BURMESE SAL - (Shorea obtusa) also knoiwn as Siamese Sal, Burma Sal, or Thitya) and sometimes Shorea robusta (Indian Sal) and is native to Myanmar, Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam.
Heartwood that ranges from dark red or light red to brown and sapwood is pale.
Due to high resin content and density, it can be difficult to plan and turn, though it is excellent for structural use.
Common uses are columns, bridges, sleepers (trains), and for other various construction purposes.
Wood will appear very bright pinkish red when freshly cut but will darken to brown with time.
Heartwood that ranges from dark red or light red to brown and sapwood is pale.
Due to high resin content and density, it can be difficult to plan and turn, though it is excellent for structural use.
Common uses are columns, bridges, sleepers (trains), and for other various construction purposes.
Wood will appear very bright pinkish red when freshly cut but will darken to brown with time.