Is kwila good wood?
Merbau / Kwila Timber is Very Durable The durability is attributable to its natural oils, which allows it to endure harsh temperatures and climates, saltwater and other extreme conditions. This means that it can withstand outdoor use as well making it a perfect product for your outdoor timber decking.
Is kwila decking timber treated?
Kwila Decking This is a naturally durable hardwood that’s also chemical-free and is also the number one selling hardwood decking material in New Zealand.
What type of timber comes from kwila?
Kwila (Instsia spp) is a South East Asian tropical hardwood used for extensively for decking in NZ. Attractive gold to reddy-brown coloured timber which will age to driftwood grey if left to weather. Kwila is hard wearing, easy to work with and has good strength, durability and excellent stability.
Is kwila hard or soft wood?
Kwila is a high quality, strong and durable hardwood. The heartwood is yellowish-brown, brown or dark red, red-brown, turning to a dark red-brown with age. The wood is hard and heavy, the texture moderately coarse but even, and the grain may be straight or interlocked but is often wavy.
Does kwila rot in the ground?
Pacific Kwila is naturally insect/termite resistant, is not prone to splinter and check(split) as it ages, and is highly resistant to decay when fully exposed to weather if clear of ground and has good air circulation.
Is merbau the same as kwila?
Merbau and Kwila are the same timber, it’s just called different things by different people… In Indonesia and Malaysia it is called Merbau, in PNG it’s called Kwila. Merbau/Kwila comes from the Intsia species of tree.
How long does a kwila deck last?
A. Typically, Pacific Kwila decking will cost about 200 – 300% more up front (for decking material only – not the total deck cost) and has an average life of 25 – 50 years.
How do you care for a kwila deck?
Kwila decking should be kept dry and out of the weather until installation. On site each pack should be kept off the ground by at least 100mm by placing it on bearers and covered to protect from sun and rain. Free air circulation under the decking is very important to help minimise cupping and warping for any timber.
How far can kwila decking span?
Span 19mm decking should be installed at maximum 450mm joists centres; 32mm decking can be on up to 600mm joists centres.
How long is kwila decking?
What length does kwila come in?
Lengths can vary, with most averaging between 2.7 to 3.0m, and up to 5.7m for finger-jointed kwila.
Should I stain or oil my kwila deck?
If your deck is Kwila, for example, you may want to use an oil to preserve its deep red-brown hue. Wood stains add colour. So if you want to enhance your timber with a new colour, or if your deck is very weathered, a stain could be the way forward.