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Wood species guide · Domestic hardwood species
Indian Silver Greywood is best understood by how it looks, how it works, and where it should be used. This guide explains the practical buying details before sending you to the right Kingma products.
Scientific nameTerminalia bialata
Janka hardness1,360 lbf
Average dried weight43 lb/ft³
Best fitFlooring
Overview
Why choose Indian Silver Greywood?
Indian Silver Greywood is a domestic hardwood species. Its natural range is Andaman Islands and Myanmar. Used for flooring, cabinetry, furniture and veneer.
Scientific nameTerminalia bialata
DistributionAndaman Islands and Myanmar
ShrinkageRadial: 5.4%, Tangential: 7.4%, Volumetric: 13.2%, T/R Ratio: 1.4
DurabilityConsidered moderately durable, with poor resistance to insects.
Indian Silver Greywood colour, grain, and figure
The heartwood runs from greyish yellow through light and medium brown, at times with an olive tint or darker brownish veins. The sapwood is greyish yellow and blends into the heartwood without a clear line.
The grain is typically straight and the texture is medium to coarse. It has a good natural sheen.
Working notes
Simple to work with hand tools and machinery, and it takes glue and finish well.
No adverse health effects are recorded for Indian Silver Greywood, but several related species in the Terminalia genus are reported to irritate skin.
Indian Silver Greywood should be sold by project fit: colour, workability, durability, and the format the customer actually needs.
Best uses for Indian Silver Greywood
Best projects
Used for flooring, cabinetry, furniture and veneer.
Use caution
Avoid specifying it by name alone; confirm board size, moisture, colour, figure, and the project environment before buying.
Finish strategy
Test finishes on offcuts first, especially when colour, blotching, outdoor exposure, or grain filling matters.
Buying note
Choose boards, slabs, plywood, blanks, or posts based on the project rather than species name alone.
Shop path
Buying Indian Silver Greywood from Kingma
Start with the direct species match when Kingma sells it. If stock rotates, use the closest live collection or a clearly explained alternative.
Live edge slabs
Use when the customer cares more about slab format and visual impact than this exact species.
View optionSimilar woods and alternatives
If Kingma does not have an exact match online, use the buying links below as practical alternatives only when the colour, grain, hardness, or project environment makes sense.
Indian Silver Greywood FAQ
What is Indian Silver Greywood best used for?
Used for flooring, cabinetry, furniture and veneer. Match it to the exact board format, colour, hardness, and finish plan before buying.
Is Indian Silver Greywood beginner friendly?
It depends on density, grain direction, and tooling. Test cuts on offcuts first, and choose Maple, Cherry, Walnut, or Poplar when easier machining is the priority.
Does Kingma sell Indian Silver Greywood?
The buying section on this page links to any Indian Silver Greywood Kingma has in stock and to the closest alternatives. Stock changes often, so call (780) 229-7681 or visit the yard at 4607 91 Ave NW, Edmonton to check what is in today.