{"title":"Meranti (Lauan) Plywood \u0026 Lumber","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eVersatile, stable, and beautifully consistent, meranti is a durable hardwood commonly used in both interior and exterior applications. We offer high-quality meranti lumber and plywood ideal for cabinetry, doors, panelling, furniture, millwork, and general construction projects that require strength with a refined appearance. Meranti features a warm reddish-brown to light pink tone with a straight to slightly interlocked grain, making it both attractive and easy to work with. It machines, glues, and finishes well, and is known for its dimensional stability and resistance to warping. Often used as a cost-effective alternative to genuine mahogany, meranti offers excellent value without sacrificing quality. As a proudly Canadian company, Windsor Plywood specializes in sourcing hard-to-find and dependable building materials. Whether you're crafting custom cabinetry or building long-lasting woodwork, meranti delivers the look, durability, and performance needed for professional-grade results.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"meranti-finishing-lumber","title":"Meranti Finishing Lumber","description":"\u003cp\u003eMeranti Finishing Lumber is a Southeast Asian tropical hardwood used as a cost-effective alternative to mahogany for exterior trim, window frames, and painted millwork. Stronger and more decay-resistant than pine. Available at Windsor Plywood locations across Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTropical hardwood -- stronger and more decay-resistant than domestic softwoods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCost-effective alternative to genuine mahogany for painted exterior trim\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKiln-dried and S4S -- ready to use on arrival\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccepts paint, stain, and clear finish -- prime before painting for best adhesion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eSpecies\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eMeranti (Shorea spp.)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eSoutheast Asia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eJanka Hardness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003e800-1,100 lbf (varies by grade)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eColour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eLight to medium reddish-brown\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eGrain\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eInterlocked, coarse texture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eDrying\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eKiln-dried\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eAvailability\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eIn-store -- confirm sizes and surfacing options\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCommon Uses\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed for exterior window frames, door frames, exterior trim, fascia, and any painted exterior millwork where a hardwood is specified. The standard exterior trim material in many commercial construction specifications across Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePro Tips\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways prime meranti before painting. The interlocked grain and tropical oil content require a quality primer for proper adhesion. Bare meranti under paint will peel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-drill near board ends -- meranti is harder than pine and splits more easily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does meranti compare to mahogany?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLess stable and less workable than genuine mahogany but significantly more affordable. For painted applications where the wood is not visible, meranti is a practical and economical choice.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Windsor Plywood","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50093135331626,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0927\/8622\/9546\/files\/MerantiFinishingLumber-CloseUp.jpg?v=1746213158"},{"product_id":"meranti-cabinet-wood","title":"Meranti Cabinet Wood","description":"\u003cp\u003eMeranti Cabinet Plywood brings the character of real meranti veneer to cabinet and furniture construction in an engineered panel format. Light to medium reddish-brown with a hardwood core, it provides the dimensional stability of engineered construction with the appearance of solid meranti. Standard 4 x 8 ft sheets, sanded both sides, cabinet-grade quality. Available at Windsor Plywood locations across Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Meranti face veneer -- light to medium reddish-brown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardwood core for dimensional stability across humidity changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSanded both sides (S2S) -- ready for finishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCost-effective tropical hardwood veneer for painted and stained cabinet applications. Stronger than pine plywood at a competitive price point.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard 4 x 8 ft sheets -- confirm current thicknesses at your local branch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eFace Species\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eMeranti\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eCore Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eHardwood core\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eSheet Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003e4 x 8 ft (122cm x 244cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eSurface\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eSanded both sides (S2S)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eGrade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eCabinet-grade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eThicknesses\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eConfirm at your local branch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eAvailability\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eIn-store -- some thicknesses may be special order\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCommon Uses\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeranti Cabinet Plywood is used for cabinet carcase boxes, face frames, drawer fronts, cabinet doors, furniture panels, built-ins, and wall panelling where a meranti face is the design intent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePro Tips\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrime before painting for best adhesion. Accepts stain -- apply conditioner first for even colour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrient grain direction consistently across all panels in a project for a unified appearance. Mark grain direction on the back of each sheet before cutting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut with the veneer face up using a fine-tooth blade (60T+) to minimize tearout on the show surface. Apply painter's tape over the cut line for the cleanest edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat finish works best on meranti plywood?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrime before painting for best adhesion. Accepts stain -- apply conditioner first for even colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this available in half sheets?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHalf-sheet availability varies by branch. 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