Tag: Batu Decking hardwood

Kayu® Batu | Red Balau
Robin Wilson

What You Need to Know About: Kayu® Batu | Red Balau Wood Decking

Build with Kayu® Batu 01 Kayu® Batu | Dock Material 02 Kayu® Batu | Steps 03 Kayu® Batu | Railing 04 Kayu® Batu | Deck 05 Kayu® Batu | Deck 06 KAU®-Batu™ Siding 07 KAU®-Batu™ Shelves Functionality and good appearance are always two main concerns whether you are renovating or just starting to build your deck. Most homeowners prefer to have their outdoors constructed using exotic, tropical and imported wood. Taking these types of wood into consideration does not just add aesthetics but also better functional benefits to your deck.

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Robin Wilson

Deck Maintenance

Kayu President’s Opinion on Deck Maintenance “all deck surfaces need sweeping and cleaning” President’s opinion on deck maintenance My primary concern for writing this blog, is that anyone might think that the maintenance of Kayu® decking is anywhere near excessive, because cleaning should never be a reason to use another deck material over Kayu®. All deck surfaces need sweeping and cleaning. Read More The Proven Way A proven way to utilize Kayu® decking is to finish our hardwood with one coat of oil and let it “silver out” and enjoy

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Kiln Dryers in Indonesia
Robin Wilson

KAYU® 100% Kiln-Dried Hardwood

At KAYU® International, we value high-quality consistency so all of our Hardwood is 100% Kiln-Dried.   One of the most crucial fundamentals to woods strength and performance over time is to consistently dry the wood to its optimum moisture content (MC). The two methods of drying are Kiln-Dried (KD) or Air-Dried (AD). All our KAYU® Exotic Hardwood is 100% Kiln-Dried (KD) and inspected twice in SE Asia by our exclusive graders before the wood is shipped. Our Kiln-Dried lumber uses a highly sophisticated process of computer and operator-controlled heat and

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Build Beautiful Decks With Authentic SE Asian Wood!

KAYU ® Batu (Red Balau) Decking KAYU ® Batu is also known as Red Balau and is a vibrant Dark Red in color. Batu is a prevalent choice of wood because of its durability and resistance to insects, twisting and warping.  Also worthy of noting, because of its excessively hard density and elevated oil content it is ideal for outdoor decks and furniture.  Many of our customers also prefer KAYU ® Batu (Red Balau) Decking for building outdoor furniture, cabinets and more.   KAYU ® International, Inc. with over 20

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Wood Decking – Batu – Red Balau Hardwood Decking

Wood Decking KAYU ® Batu Red Balau is a dense and resilient wood with a dark red color KAYU ® International specializes in exotic hardwood products, including decking, flooring, truck & trailer decking and dimensional lumber.  KAYU provides additional value added services such as pre-finishing and special, hard to get sizes and profiles. Our exotic hardwood decking is 100% natural and exceptionally beautiful.   KAYU ® Batu is a carefully selected, Balau hardwood species.  KAYU Red Balau Batu has a 25 year limited warranty, is 100% clear grade and has a gorgeous

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Hardwood Decking – Kayu International Announces Our New Logo!

The Kayu team is please to announce our new logo. We have refreshed our colors and added a symbol. Our brand symbol indicating our solid upward growth and the closeness and balance between our three key components….our suppliers, customers with us in the middle adjusting constantly to both, with continued improvement. We want to thank all our suppliers and customers, for their ongoing support and guidance. Our commitment to improvement has never been stronger. Steve Wilson   Our Sales Team at KAYU ® International, Inc. are the ‘Wood Experts’.  We

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KAYU Batu versus Ipe

KAYU Batu is a carefully selected Balau hardwood species imported from Indonesia.  This gorgeous Mahogany like wood is 100% natural, non-toxic, real wood.  Prior to shipment, every piece of KAYU Batu is inspected by a KAYU exclusive grader in South East Asia and then again at one of KAYU’s warehouses once it arrives in the United States or Canada.  KAYU Batu is about the easiest type of decking to maintain and also comes with a 25 year limited warranty.  Below are just a few ways KAYU Batu compares with Ipe

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KAYU Batu / Red Balau Hardwood Decking – The Best Decking Choice

Considering a new deck?  If you want a top quality hardwood at an affordable price, choose KAYU Batu (also known as Red Balau). KAYU Batu (Red Balau) is a naturally durable hardwood imported from South East Asia.  With proven performance for generations is is the perfect selection for your hardwood decking, hardwood floor, hardwood fence, boat dock, siding and more… KAYU exotic hardwoods are the perfect choice for new construction or remodeling projects.  KAYU Batu hardwood is 100% natural, resistant to decay and insects, even in tropical environments. KAYU Batu

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