ASIA-PACIFIC TIMBER SPECIES

 

 

 

OPS Forestry works with Landowners throughout the Asia-Pacific to secure an ongoing supply of these and other species.

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Genuine Mahogany

Swietenia Macrophylla

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Description: Fijian Mahogany is a non-endangered timber, grown in sustainable plantations on the tropical islands of Fiji. It has a straight grain and is usually free of voids and pockets. The reddish-brown color, which darkens over time, has a beautiful reddish sheen when polished. Mahogany wood is durable and is resistant to termites, moisture, and changes in temperature.

Products Available: logs are acquired under a certified chain of custody, and for that a Certificate of Legality is available. Decking and other products milled to customer specifications are then produced.

Applications: Fijian Mahogany is well suited for specialty products such as fine furniture, decorative molding, musical instruments, plywood, decking and flooring.

OriginAsia-pacific
ColourLight reds
AD Density - KG/M3580 - 1000 hard
Hardness Janka kN4-8 medium
Durability Above GroundClass 3: moderately durable – between 7 and 15 years above ground
Durability In GroundClass 3: moderately durable – between 5 and 14 years in ground

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Fiji Mahogany (Swietenia Macrophylla) VIEW

Malaysian Teak

Tectona grandis

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Description: Prized for its exceptional durability and rich golden to dark reddish-brown heartwood that deepens beautifully with age. Known for its straight grain pattern and medium to coarse texture, this premium hardwood offers remarkable dimensional stability and natural resistance to decay. Its high oil content provides excellent weather resistance while maintaining workability, making it ideal for both indoor and outdoor applications. The wood’s ability to develop a stunning patina over time, combined with its natural resistance to termites and wood-boring insects, has established Malaysian Teak as a premier choice for high-end woodworking and architectural projects.

OriginAsia-pacific
Durability In GroundClass 2
Durability Above GroundClass 1
Hardness Janka kN4.74
TermiteResistant
Radial Shrinkage Percentage3%
Tangential Shrinkage Percentage5%

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Malaysian Teak (Tectona grandis) Logs VIEW

Monkey Pod, Raintree, Saman

Samanea Saman

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Description: Monkeypod is called by many different names in many different cultures, and its lumber is likewise used for a number of different purposes, ranging from construction purposes to fine furniture.

Colour tends to be a golden to dark brown, sometimes with darker streaks. Sapwood is usually thin and yellow/white, clearly demarcated from the heartwood. Monkeypod is sometimes seen with highly figured curly or wild grain patterns.

Fiji Monkeypod is rated as durable to very durable regarding decay resistance, Monkeypod is also resistant to most insect attacks.

Products Available: Large-sized boardroom table tops, sawn timber, and other products milled to customer specifications are then produced.

Applications: Millwork/trim, carving, cabinetry, furniture, musical instruments (guitars and ukuleles), and other small specialty wood items.

OriginAsia-pacific
ColourDark brown
AD Density - KG/M3580 - 1000 hard
Hardness Janka kN4-8 medium
Durability Above GroundClass2
Durability In GroundClass2

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Monkey Pod, Raintree (Samanea Saman) VIEW