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Wood species guide · Imported specialty hardwood
Light Red Meranti 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 nameShorea spp.
Janka hardness550 lbf
Average dried weight30 lb/ft³
Best fitAssorted general utility purposes
Overview
Why choose Light Red Meranti?
Light Red Meranti is an imported specialty hardwood. Its natural range is Southeast Asia. Common uses include assorted general utility purposes, concrete forms, general construction, interior furniture and plywood.
Scientific nameShorea spp.
DistributionSoutheast Asia
ShrinkageRadial: 4.1%, Tangential: 7.8%, Volumetric: 12.6%, T/R Ratio: 1.9
DurabilityReported as not durable against decay, and insects readily attack it.
Light Red Meranti colour, grain, and figure
Colour varies greatly by species, from a pale straw tone to a deeper reddish brown.
The texture is coarse, with pores from medium to large. The grain is interlocked in some pieces.
Working notes
Usually easy to work because of its low density. Sanding can leave rough or ragged areas, so you may need a finer grit to get a good finish.
Severe reactions seldom occur, but Shorea meranti is reported to irritate eyes, throat and skin.
Light Red Meranti should be sold by project fit: colour, workability, durability, and the format the customer actually needs.
Best uses for Light Red Meranti
Best projects
Common uses include assorted general utility purposes, concrete forms, general construction, interior furniture and plywood.
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 Light Red Meranti 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.
Light Red Meranti FAQ
What is Light Red Meranti best used for?
Common uses include assorted general utility purposes, concrete forms, general construction, interior furniture and plywood. Match it to the exact board format, colour, hardness, and finish plan before buying.
Is Light Red Meranti 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 Light Red Meranti?
The buying section on this page links to any Light Red Meranti 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.