Balau

Balau Timber Suppliers

Balau is another extremely strong and durable timber. Rated to strength class D70, it is widely used where maintenance needs to be kept to a minimum. It machines well and while it historically was used in similar ways to Greenheart, it is now limited to decking section sizes. 

Primary Applications of Balau Timber

  • Balau used to be a timber used in Jetties, Groynes and Fendering but now with log export bans from SE Asia it is only stock now by G&A in decking board sections.  

Balau Timber Attributes

  • Strength Class – Equivalent D70 so extremely durable decking board option. 
  • Decking Sizes Available:  21 x 145 and 28 x 145 with varying lengths from 2.4 to 5mts.

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Please see our services page for our sawmilling value add services. If you would like to discuss your project or your specific requirements, please call us on 01389 752333 or send an email to sales@gilmouraitken.com.