Rubberwood
Rubberwood
Rubberwood, also known as Hevea Brasiliensis, originates from the rubber tree, primarily grown in Southeast Asia.
It is a sustainable material, often harvested after the tree's latex production cycle ends.
Rubberwood has a fine, even texture and a light pale cream or yellowish-brown color, making it an ideal base for staining and finishing.
Its durability and affordability make it popular for furniture especially tables, and small wooden items.
About Rubberwood
Density & Hardness
Rubberwood has a moderate density, with a specific gravity ranging from 0.55 to 0.65. Its hardness is rated at about 980 lbf on the Janka scale, making it relatively soft compared to hardwoods but still durable for furniture use. The wood's manageable density and hardness make it easy to machine, sand, and finish.
Water resistance
Rubberwood has low natural water resistance, making it prone to swelling and warping when exposed to moisture. It is susceptible to fungal attacks if not properly treated. To address these issues, we apply multiple layers of shellac and lacquer, creating a durable barrier against water and humidity.
Advantages
Rubberwood is an affordable and sustainable choice for table manufacturing, offering an eco-friendly alternative to other hardwoods. Its light color and even texture make it easy to stain or finish, allowing for a variety of styles.
Rubberwood has a moderate density, with a specific gravity ranging from 0.55 to 0.65. Its hardness is rated at about 980 lbf on the Janka scale, making it relatively soft compared to hardwoods but still durable for furniture use. The wood's manageable density and hardness make it easy to machine, sand, and finish.
Rubberwood has low natural water resistance, making it prone to swelling and warping when exposed to moisture. It is susceptible to fungal attacks if not properly treated. To address these issues, we apply multiple layers of shellac and lacquer, creating a durable barrier against water and humidity.
Rubberwood is an affordable and sustainable choice for table manufacturing, offering an eco-friendly alternative to other hardwoods. Its light color and even texture make it easy to stain or finish, allowing for a variety of styles.
Highlight the natural grain of the wood.
Showcase the richness of the wood's expression.
Highlight the natural grain of the wood.
Showcase the richness of the wood's expression.