RUBBER WOOD
Rubber Wood is a sustainable and eco-friendly hardwood sourced from the Hevea brasiliensis tree — the same tree cultivated for natural latex production. After its productive latex-tapping cycle (usually 25–30 years), the tree is harvested for timber rather than being discarded or burned, making Rubber Wood an excellent example of resource-efficient plantation forestry.
RUBBER WOOD (Hevea brasiliensis)
Common Names: Rubberwood, Parawood, Malaysian Oak, Plantation Hardwood
Origin: Southeast Asia — primarily Thailand, Malaysia, Vietnam, and Indonesia
Description:
Rubber Wood is a sustainable and eco-friendly hardwood sourced from the Hevea brasiliensis tree — the same tree cultivated for natural latex production. After its productive latex-tapping cycle (usually 25–30 years), the tree is harvested for timber rather than being discarded or burned, making Rubber Wood an excellent example of resource-efficient plantation forestry.
It is a light-colored, moderately hard, and dimensionally stable wood that is widely used in furniture, interior components, and woodcrafts. Thanks to its fine grain and good machining characteristics, Rubber Wood is often treated as an affordable alternative to higher-end species for mass-market applications.
Technical Specifications
| Property | Value |
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| Botanical Name | Hevea brasiliensis |
| Family | Euphorbiaceae |
| Density (Dry) | 560–640 kg/m³ |
| Janka Hardness | ~980 lbf (4,360 N) |
| Bending Strength (MOR) | ~100 MPa |
| Modulus of Elasticity (MOE) | ~11,000 MPa |
| Crushing Strength | ~55 MPa |
| Shrinkage (Radial/Tangential) | Moderate – stable when kiln-dried properly |
| Durability Class | Class 4 – Non-durable (requires treatment for outdoor use) |
| Workability | Excellent – easy to machine, glue, nail, and finish |
| Finishing | Very good – smooth surface takes stains, oils, and coatings well |
Color & Appearance
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Heartwood & Sapwood: Pale cream to light yellowish-brown, often uniform in appearance
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Grain: Straight or slightly interlocked
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Texture: Fine and even
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Figure: Subtle, suitable for stains or pigmented finishes
Common Applications
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Ready-to-assemble (RTA) furniture and knock-down products
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Interior paneling, moldings, and components
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Kitchenware, cutting boards, and turned items
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Toys and crafts
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Veneers and laminated panels
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Plywood core material
Sustainability & Certification
Rubber Wood is considered one of the most sustainable hardwood options due to its origin in plantation forestry. Timber Experts Global Holdings ensures all Rubber Wood is sourced from responsibly managed plantations and complies with international timber legality standards such as FSC®, PEFC™, SVLK, and EUTR.
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