Origin
South, Southeast and East Asia.
Working properties
Sawing: Easy
Machining: No difficulty
Gluing: Poor
Nailing: Pre-boring necessary
Finishing: Good. Filling recommended
General description
Blunting effect: Moderate
Drying: Slow. Distortion – medium to large. Checking – significant to very significant
Wood Bending: —
Natural durability: Durable to moderate
Termites: Sapwood susceptible to insects
Preservative treatment: Medium
Insects of dry wood: —
Main uses
Coachbuilding, truck building, sleepers, floors for storage platforms and ramps.
