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Jelutong |
Name
Jelutong (Dyera costulata)
Type
Hardwood.
Other Names
Also known as jelutong bukit, jelutong paya.
Sources
Grows in Malaysia, Borneo, and Sumatra.
Appearance
Straight grained with fine, even texture. Creamy-white
sapwood and heartwood, maturing to a pale
straw-yellow.
Physical Props
Light, soft, brittle, and weak with good stability in
service, low decay resistance, and a poor steam bending
rating.
Working Props
Works easily with both and and power tools and planes
to a nice, clean surface. Glues, screws, and nails without
difficulty. Stains, paints, and varnishes fairly well.
Uses
Popular for model making, patterns, wooden shoes,
battery separators, and drawing boards. Also used for
interior joinery and corestock for doors. Excellent wood
for carving and sculpture due to its softness. Latex in the
wood is extracted for chewing gum.
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