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Also known as: Palosapis (Philippines) · Bella Rosa (USA) · Krabak (Thailand) · Pengiran (Malaysia)
Natural 0.5mm rotary cut Mersawa veneer sourced from Southeast Asia. Warm orangey-yellow to golden brown coloration with distinctive whitish resin veins — a unique rustic aesthetic for furniture, cabinetry, wall panels, inlay, and marquetry.
Mersawa (Anisoptera spp.) is a tropical hardwood native to the forests of Southeast Asia, spanning Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Thailand, Myanmar, Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, and Papua New Guinea. Its wide natural distribution has given rise to a rich variety of regional names across these countries.
The rotary cutting process spins a whole Mersawa log against a precision blade, producing a continuous thin sheet of 0.5mm veneer. This method exposes the wood's full radial and tangential figure — revealing a diverse, organic grain pattern that makes each sheet visually distinct.
The resulting veneer combines Mersawa's characteristic warm golden-amber coloration and coarse texture with the wide-format consistency needed for furniture production, panel manufacturing, and artistic woodworking.
Premium Mersawa logs selected for diameter, grain consistency, and color uniformity.
Log rotates against a precision lathe blade, producing a continuous 0.5mm sheet from the full log diameter.
Sheets dried to stable moisture content, then individually inspected and graded for defects, color, and grain.
Trimmed to specified dimensions, bundled in matched sequence, and packed for safe international shipment.
Mersawa's physical properties make it one of the more distinctive tropical veneers available — combining warm natural color, flexible handling, and an organic surface texture rarely found in temperate species.
Natural coloration spans orangey-yellow to rich golden brown, often accented by striking contrasting whitish resin veins that add visual depth and character to finished surfaces.
Orangey-yellow → Golden brownGrain direction varies from straight to interlocked, with a naturally coarse and uneven texture. The rotary cut highlights the full range of the log's organic figure in each sheet.
Coarse, natural textureAt 0.63 g/cm³, Mersawa is lighter than many tropical hardwoods. The 0.5mm rotary cut sheet is flexible enough to conform to both flat panels and gently curved surfaces without cracking.
Density: 0.63 g/cm³Characteristic whitish resin canals run through the veneer, creating natural contrast lines that give Mersawa a distinctive, one-of-a-kind appearance not replicated by other species.
Natural resin veins
The same species (Anisoptera spp.) is traded under different names across international markets. Use these local names to source or specify Mersawa veneer in your region.
Mersawa's warm grain and flexible sheet structure make it suited to both decorative and structural veneer roles across furniture, interior design, and artistic woodworking.
Face veneers for tables, chairs, cabinets, and bedroom furniture. Mersawa's warm golden tone adds natural warmth to both contemporary and rustic styles.
Kitchen cabinet doors and drawer fronts, bathroom vanity panels, and built-in joinery where a distinctive tropical grain is desired.
Feature walls, reception area accents, and ceiling paneling in commercial and residential interiors requiring a warm, organic material aesthetic.
Mersawa's unique resin veins, color variation, and natural grain figure make it an ideal accent veneer for decorative inlay and artistic marquetry work.
High-quality face layer for decorative plywood panels. The broad rotary-cut sheet format reduces joins and improves visual consistency across large panel runs.
Flooring underlayment, interior door skins, and automotive and marine interior panels where a lightweight, stable veneer is preferred over solid wood.
Compatible substrates:
| Property | Details |
|---|---|
| Species | Anisoptera spp. (Mersawa) |
| Trade Names | Palosapis · Bella Rosa · Krabak · Pengiran · Phdiek · Ven-Ven |
| Cut Type | Rotary Cut |
| Thickness | 0.5 mm |
| Wood Density | 0.63 g/cm³ |
| Color Range | Orangey-yellow to golden brown |
| Grain Pattern | Straight or interlocked, coarse texture |
| Distinctive Feature | Whitish resin veins / canals |
| Origin | Southeast Asia (Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Thailand, Myanmar) |
| Sheet Format | Wide-format continuous sheets (rotary peeled) |
| Compatible Substrates | Plywood · MDF · Particleboard · Metal |
| Surface Flexibility | Flat and gently curved surfaces |
| Finish Compatibility | Stains · Oils · Lacquers · Clear coats |
| Sensitivity | Moisture · Heat · Prolonged direct sunlight |
Like all natural wood veneers, Mersawa requires proper preparation and finishing to deliver long-term performance. Follow these guidelines for best results.
Acclimate veneer sheets in your workshop before bonding. Avoid direct water exposure on raw veneer — always seal all surfaces including back and edges after application.
Ensure the substrate (MDF, plywood, particleboard) is clean, flat, and dry before gluing. Uneven substrates will telegraph through the 0.5mm veneer surface.
Use PVA, contact cement, or hot-press urea adhesive appropriate to your substrate. Apply even pressure across the full sheet to eliminate bubbles and glue lines.
Extended direct sunlight will alter Mersawa's natural color over time. Use UV-resistant topcoats in sun-exposed applications. Avoid prolonged contact with high-heat surfaces.
Mersawa accepts stains, oils, and clear lacquers well. Seal the resin veins prior to staining if a uniform color is desired — or leave unsealed to highlight Mersawa's natural contrast.
For gentle curves, lightly dampen the veneer sheet before forming. Do not over-wet. Allow to dry fully in position before final bonding for best conformability.
Mersawa is traded under many regional names: Palosapis (Philippines), Bella Rosa (USA), Krabak / Pik (Thailand), Pengiran or Mersawa (Malaysia), Kaunghmu (Myanmar), Mai Bak (Laos), Phdiek (Cambodia), Ven-Ven (Vietnam), and 异翅香 (China).
Mersawa veneer is characteristically warm in tone, ranging from orangey-yellow to rich golden brown. A distinctive feature is the contrasting whitish resin veins that run through the sheet. The grain can be straight or interlocked with a naturally coarse, organic texture.
This Mersawa veneer is 0.5mm thick, produced by the rotary cutting method. The wood density is 0.63 g/cm³ — making it lightweight and flexible compared to denser tropical hardwoods.
Mersawa veneer adheres to plywood, MDF, particleboard, and metal substrates. Its flexibility also allows application on gently curved surfaces. Standard PVA, contact cement, or hot-press urea adhesives are all suitable.
Mersawa accepts stains, oils, lacquers, and UV-resistant clear coats well. To achieve uniform color, seal the natural resin veins before staining. To highlight Mersawa's distinctive character, leave the veins unsealed for natural contrast.
Yes. Free samples of our 0.5mm rotary cut Mersawa veneer are available on request. Contact us to arrange samples for your finish testing and project evaluation.
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