Malaysian Balau Decking

Malaysian Balau is a hard, heavy timber originating from Shorea which grows in South East Asia. Yellowish-brown, brown, or reddish-brown wood with an interlocked grain, and a moderately fine and even texture.

Wood Type

Hardwood

Maintenance

We advise our customers to maintain their Balau decking regularly with Hardwood Oil. This is because the timber will weather with continued sun and rain exposure. When exposed to the elements, if not treated, Balau will weather and will turn to a silver-grey patina over the years while maintaining its strength and durability. Surface cracks on Balau are rare but may occur over time, yet will not affect the strength of the decking.