Rubberwood
Hevea brasiliensis · Hardwood
- Type
- Hardwood
- Origin
- Native to the Amazon basin, widely cultivated in Southeast Asia (Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia)
- Hardness
- 955 lbf (Medium)
- Durability
- Non-durable, highly susceptible to fungal decay, rot, and insect attack if untreated
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Grain Pattern
Straight to slightly interlocked grain with a medium to coarse uniform texture, commonly finger-jointed or edge-glued in manufactured panels
Color & Appearance
Pale cream to light yellowish-brown with little distinction between heartwood and sapwood; low natural luster
Hardness (Janka)
955 lbf (Medium)
Durability & Decay Resistance
Non-durable, highly susceptible to fungal decay, rot, and insect attack if untreated
Value & Sustainability
- Estimated Market Value
- 3.00 to 5.00 USD per board foot for finished panels
- Wood Age Estimate
- Recently harvested and manufactured, less than 1-2 years old
- Sustainability Status
- Highly sustainable; harvested from mature rubber plantations after latex production ceases, FSC certified options widely available
Common Uses
Interior furniture, cabinetry, flooring, and butcher blocks
Geographic Origin
Native to the Amazon basin, widely cultivated in Southeast Asia (Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia)
Workability
Easy to work with both hand and machine tools, glues and finishes well, but requires preservative treatment due to low natural durability
Finish Recommendations
Accepts stains, paints, and clear finishes (polyurethane, lacquer) very well, though a pre-stain conditioner can help achieve uniform color
Notable Features
Often processed from trees no longer producing latex, dimensionally stable when kiln-dried, prone to warping if moisture content fluctuates heavily