Ceiling & Wall Panel

Woods that can be used:

Color: Meranti heartwood ranges from light to dark reddish-brown, while sapwood is lighter in color and can be yellowish-white.
Grain: Meranti has a fine to medium texture with straight to interlocked grain.
Hardness: Meranti has a Janka hardness of 800-1,050 lbf (pounds-force), making it relatively soft compared to other hardwoods.
Durability: Meranti is moderately durable, with some species having good decay resistance, but some species are susceptible to insect attack.
Workability: Meranti is generally easy to work with hand and machine tools, although interlocked grain can cause tearout. It glues and finishes well.

Product	Meranti Wall & Ceiling Panels
Scientific Name	Shorea spp. (several species)
Other Names	Meranti, Philippine Mahogany
Origin	Native to Southeast Asia, found in Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines
Appearance	Heartwood ranges from light to dark reddish-brown; sapwood is lighter in color and can be yellowish-white
Hardness	800-1,050 lbf (3,560-4,670 N)
Density	0.39 – 0.70 g/cm³ (24 – 44 lbs/ft³)
Durability	Moderately durable, with some species having good decay resistance; some species are susceptible to insect attack
Uses	Plywood, interior trim, paneling, furniture, and light construction
Sustainability	Some species are listed as endangered or vulnerable and sourcing from sustainable and legal sources is highly recommended
Price	Low to moderately priced, depending on the specific species and quality

Color: Acacia heartwood is light to medium brown, while the sapwood is pale yellow in color.
Grain: Acacia has a fine to medium texture with straight to interlocked grain.
Hardness: Acacia is moderately hard and durable, with a Janka hardness of 1,100 lbf (pounds-force).
Durability: Acacia is resistant to decay, termites, and fungal attack, making it suitable for outdoor applications.
Workability: Acacia is easy to work with hand and machine tools, although interlocked grain can cause tearout. It glues and finishes well.

Product	Acacia Wall & Ceiling Panels
Scientific Name	Varies, there are over 1,300 species in the Acacia genus
Common Names	Acacia, Wattle
Origin	Found worldwide, but most commonly in Australia, Africa, and South America
Appearance	Varies widely depending on the species and location, but generally ranges from light yellow to dark brown, sometimes with reddish or golden hues
Hardness	Varies depending on the species, but generally ranges from 1,000 to 4,000 lbf (4,450 to 17,790 N)
Density	Varies depending on the species, but generally ranges from 0.45 to 0.95 g/cm³ (28 to 59 lbs/ft³)
Durability	Varies depending on the species, but generally has moderate to high durability and resistance to rot, decay, and pests
Uses	Furniture, flooring, cabinetry, tool handles, and decorative items
Sustainability	Some Acacia species are listed as invasive and should not be used; sourcing from sustainable and legal sources is recommended
Price	Varies widely depending on the species and availability

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