1 X 6 S4S Mangaris Mahogany
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S4S Mangaris Red Mahogany: The Gold Standard for Hardwood Decking
Elevate your outdoor living space with the unparalleled beauty and strength of Mangaris Red Mahogany. Known for its rich, deep-red hues and fine-grained texture, Mangaris provides the luxurious look of interior mahogany furniture with the "rock-hard" durability required for the most demanding exterior environments.
Our Mangaris boards are S4S (Surfaced on 4 Sides), meaning they arrive pre-milled, smooth, and square-edged, saving you hours of labor and ensuring a professional finish from the moment they are delivered.
Why Choose Mangaris Red?
Exotic Aesthetic: Naturally displays a consistent deep auburn and reddish-brown palette with a subtle ribbon-stripe grain.
Extreme Durability: Rated for a 20+ year lifespan, this wood is naturally resistant to rot, decay, and wood-boring insects.
Kiln-Dried for Stability: Unlike many tropical hardwoods that are air-dried, Mangaris is kiln-dried to a 10–12% moisture content, minimizing shrinking, checking, and warping after installation.
High-Traffic Toughness: With a Janka hardness rating nearly double that of traditional Mahogany, it resists scratches from patio furniture, pets, and heavy foot traffic.
Low Maintenance: Can be oiled to maintain its vibrant red luster or left untreated to weather into a sophisticated silvery-gray patina.
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Species | Red Balau (Shorea dipterocarpaceae) |
| Milling | S4S (Surfaced 4 Sides) |
| Moisture Content | Kiln-Dried (10-12%) |
| Hardness (Janka) | ~1,600 lbf (Very Hard) |
| Durability | Class 1 (Extremely Durable) |
| Fire Rating | Class A / Class B (depending on thickness) |
| Common Uses | Premium Decking, Siding, Fencing, Outdoor Furniture |
Installation & Care Pro-Tips
Fastening: Due to its extreme density, pre-drilling is required. Use high-quality stainless steel screws to prevent "bleeding" or staining around fastener holes.
Sealing: We recommend applying a high-quality UV-inhibiting hardwood oil (like Ipe Oil or Penofin) immediately after installation to lock in the moisture and preserve the rich red color.
End Sealing: Apply a clear wax end-sealer to any fresh cross-cuts to prevent end-checking.