Keruing, Apitong

Dipterocarpus spp.

Distribution: Southeast Asia

The Tree: 100-200 ft (30-60 m) tall, 3-5 ft (1-1.5 m) trunk diameter

The Wood: Heartwood ranges from a light to medium yellowish brown to a darker reddish brown. Overall appearance and grain patterning is rather homogenous and bland. Grain is generally straight to slightly interlocked. With a medium to coarse texture and moderate natural luster.

Drying and Shrinkage: Radial: 5.5%, Tangential: 10.8%, Volumetric: 16.3%, T/R Ratio: 2.0

Uses: Furniture, flooring, trailer decks, and utility lumber.