Rubberwood
Hevea brasiliensis · Hardwood
- Type
- Hardwood
- Origin
- Native to the Amazon basin in South America, but extensively cultivated in plantations throughout Southeast Asia (Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam).
- Hardness
- 955 lbf (Medium)
- Durability
- Non-durable, highly susceptible to fungal decay, rot, and insect attacks if untreated.
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Grain Pattern
Straight to slightly interlocked grain with a coarse and even texture, featuring a flat-sawn cathedral pattern on the cabinet door panel.
Color & Appearance
Light blonde to medium tan with a yellowish-brown or light brownish-pink hue, exhibiting mild color variation and a natural low to medium luster.
Hardness (Janka)
955 lbf (Medium)
Durability & Decay Resistance
Non-durable, highly susceptible to fungal decay, rot, and insect attacks if untreated.
Value & Sustainability
- Estimated Market Value
- 3.00 to 6.00 USD per board foot
- Wood Age Estimate
- Estimated to be 5 to 15 years old, representing manufactured furniture stock rather than antique timber.
- Sustainability Status
- Highly sustainable and environmentally friendly as it is harvested from plantation trees after their latex-producing lifecycle has ended (typically 25-30 years). Not CITES listed.
Common Uses
Furniture, cabinetry, flooring, interior millwork, and toys.
Geographic Origin
Native to the Amazon basin in South America, but extensively cultivated in plantations throughout Southeast Asia (Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam).
Workability
Generally easy to work with both hand and machine tools. Glues, turns, and stains well, though it can absorb finishes unevenly if not properly prepped.
Finish Recommendations
Takes stains, paints, and clear topcoats like lacquer or polyurethane well, though a wood conditioner or primer is recommended for even absorption.
Notable Features
Often treated with chemical preservatives to prevent insect and fungal attack due to high starch content in the sap. Dimensionally stable when properly dried.