Mechanical Properties
Mechanical properties of Kayu Canada Inc. Kayu Red Balau Batu, Dark Red Meranti, and Yellow Balau decking to other popular species.
Wood /  Source LBS / CU FT KG / M3
Cumaru – Brazil 67 1070
IPE – Brazil 66 1050
Yellow Balau (Bangkirai) 64 1020
Red Balau Batu – Indonesia 60 960
Dark Red Meranti - Malaysia 53 830
Kapur - Indonesia 53 830
Douglas Fir – USA/Canada 48 770
Redwood – USA 40 640
Western Red Cedar – USA/Canada 33 530
Sources
Center Technique Forester Tropical
Department of Forestry Indonesia
International Tropical Timber Organization
Malaysian Timber Council
Malaysian Timber Industry Board
US Department of Agriculture