What is shorea wood?

Shorea is a tropical hardwood that is comparable to Teak.  It is resistant to bug infestation, is a very heavy wood. It is most commonly used in construction for framing and decking, but is also used in recent years for outdoor furniture.  It is a very brittle wood and can be prone to checking.  Some surface roughness may develop, especially at the end grain, but over a period of about one year, the natural weather process will stabilize.  Moderate checking in the grain is normal with exposure to the elements. If left untreated, Shorea weathers naturally to a silver gray.

Overall, Shorea makes for a good raw material to start your outdoor patio project such as a garden bench, patio arbor or pergola.