New Guinea Rosewood (Pterocarpus indicus), Timber Handrails, Frameless Toughed Glass Balustrades
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New Guinea Rosewood (Pterocarpus indicus) |
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New Guinea Rosewood is found in Moluccas, Phillipines, New Guinea, and Africa.This tree species varies in height from 25 to 40 metres.
A hardwood, the documented use of which, and referred to as "sandalwood", dates back to Kublai Khan (1216-1294) in the construction of his palace walls. Rosewood was used extensively by early the Chinese furniture makers, as this timber was highly regarded.
General Characteristics
A very hard wood with excellent exterior applications. |
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Colour / Pattern
New Guinea Rosewood varies in colour from straw to gold to deep red, mainly used in the golden colour. Grain is not a noticeable feature. Uses
The wood has been used for building and furniture manufacture and for exposed structural and non-structural joinery.
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