Chengal

Neobalanocarpus heimii

Malaysia’s most prized hardwood. Exceptionally durable, naturally oil-resistant, and termite-proof. Golden-brown to reddish-brown with distinctive grain.

Best For:

Outdoor furniture, decking, heavy-duty tables, structural woodwork

Merbau

Intsia bijuga

Dark reddish-brown with a beautiful interlocked grain. Highly resistant to insects and moisture. One of the most popular choices for indoor furniture.

Best For:

Dining tables, flooring, staircases, premium indoor furniture

Teak

Tectona grandis

World-renowned for its golden-brown color and natural oils that protect it from weathering. Smooth grain, easy to work with, ages beautifully.

Best For:

Outdoor & indoor furniture, boat decking, premium dining sets

Nyatoh

Palaquium spp.

Reddish-brown to pinkish-brown, with a fine texture and straight grain. Moderately durable and easy to work with, making it versatile for many furniture types.

Best For:

Indoor furniture, cabinets, doors, decorative woodwork

Balau

Shorea spp.

Yellow-brown to dark red-brown, very hard and heavy. Highly resistant to weather and insects. An economical alternative to Chengal for outdoor use.

Best For:

Outdoor decking, garden furniture, heavy structural use

Resak

Vatica spp.

Very hard, heavy and strong. Light yellow-brown to grey-brown color. Excellent durability and resistant to marine borers — one of the hardest Malaysian timbers.

Best For:

Heavy-duty outdoor furniture, marine use, structural flooring