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1. www.wood-database.com › kempasKempas | The Wood Database (Hardwood)

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   Kempas (Koompassia malaccensis) Common Name(s): Kempas. Scientific Name: Koompassia malaccensis. Distribution: Malaysia and Indonesia. Tree Size: 100-130 ft (30-40 m) tall, 3-5 ft (1-1.5 m) trunk diameter. Average Dried Weight: 55 lbs/ft 3 (880 kg/m 3) Specific Gravity (Basic, 12% MC):.72, .88. Janka Hardness: 1,750 lb f (7,800 N)

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3. www.harperfloors.com › a › blogKempas Hardwood Flooring - A Comprehensive Guide - Harper Floors

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   Jan 5, 2024 · Kempas hardwood, known for its hardness and stability, is an excellent choice for high-traffic areas in your home. With a Janka hardness rating comparable to oak, this species stands up well to the rigors of daily life.

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   Kempas is a hardwood with origins in Malaysia and Indonesia. It is naturally decay resistant and is acidic in nature. Typically used for hardwood flooring, cabinetry, furniture, and railroad ties, this hardwood is in high demand.

5. blog.builddirect.com › hardwood-species-youveHardwood Species You’ve Never Heard Of, But Should: Kempas

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   Oct 12, 2015 · Not unlike mahogany, as well, kempas is a wood with a very tight grain. What this means for its look and feel is that it presents as a smooth and unmarked wood, with very little variation in tone. It doesn’t have the striations and knots that you’ll find in a typical hardwood such as oak or cherry.

6. www.kellyhardwoodfloors.com › blog › getting-to-knowGetting to Know Kempas Hardwood Flooring

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   Kempas is a durable, exotic hardwood from Indonesia and Malaysia, used by many professionals for flooring. It has a botanical name of Koompassia malaccensis and rates 1710 on the Janka hardness scale.

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7. www.azwood.com › kempasKempas - azwood.com

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   As a flooring option kempas is a hard and durable wood. It is nearly identical in hardness to African padauk, is roughly eighteen percent harder than hard maple, about one third harder than red oak, and approaches eighty percent of santos mahogany's ranking of 2200.

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   Is Kempas a hardwood?

   • Availability: Limited availability. Kempas is a hardwood with origins in Malaysia and Indonesia. It is naturally decay resistant and is acidic in nature. Typically used for hardwood flooring, cabinetry, furniture, and railroad ties, this hardwood is in high demand.

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   Why should you consider Kempas?

   • Kempas is an exotic woodHere’s why you should consider kempas as an option for your next hardwood floor, interior design or home improvement project. *** There are a few wood species that really stand out from the crowd, but are virtually unrecognizable because their value has just been discovered recently.

   Hardwood Species You’ve Never Heard Of, But Should: Kempas

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   What is Kempas Koompassia malaccensis?

   • Additionally, we'll provide scientific facts about Kempas, its Janka hardness rating, and guidance on its ideal installation environments within a home. Kempas, scientifically known as Koompassia malaccensis, is a hardwood species native to Southeast Asia, particularly Malaysia and Indonesia.

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   How much does Kempas cost?

   • Kempas is in line with other high-grade hardwood floorings. This means their prices per plank are relatively higher than standard hardwood boards. Solid Kempas can range from 10 dollars to 15 dollars per square foot. Engineered hardwood Kempas floors would range between 12 dollars and 18 dollars per square foot.

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9. www.novausawood.com › kempas-hardwood-lumberKempas Hardwood Technical Species Information - Nova USA Wood ...

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   Detailed scientific and mechanical properties for Kempas Hardwood Lumber. Kempas is generally imported from Asia and grows in Malaysia and Indonesia. The heartwood is a fairly consistent color which ranges from orange-red to reddish-brown with subtly contrasting yellow to pale white tones. The heartwood will darken with time.