Hardwood decking species
Red Balau Decking
Shorea guiso, Red Balau, Alan Batu, Selangan Batu, Mangaris, Membatu.
Batu / Red Balau hardwood has become one of the most popular exterior decking woods on the market today. Nova imports and distributes our Batu / Red Balau decking throughout the U.S. and Canada through a network of leading distributors and retailers. Nova's Batu / Red Balau is graded and inspected at the source by our own personnel ensuring that our material is of the highest quality.
Working & finishing
One of the easiest to work relative to typical high density tropical decking hardwoods. Meranti Batu is much easier to install than Ipe or Cumaru.
Durability
Excellent. Nova offers a 25 year warranty on Meranti Batu against rot and decay in temperate climates.
Appearance
Russet red brown to medium brown Grain: Straight grain Texture: Medium to fine
Applications
Batu / Red Balau is idea for exterior decking, millwork, railing, porch flooring, siding, soffit, wainscotting.