Hong Wen Hardware Timber Pte Ltd supplies high-quality Bakau piles, a traditional timber piling solution sourced from the Rhizophora species of mangrove trees. These naturally durable wood stakes are widely used in Southeast Asia for light foundation work, especially in coastal or swampy environments where soil conditions are weak. Thanks to their resistance to decay, water, and rot, Bakau piles are a dependable choice for temporary structures and low-load bearing applications, particularly in areas where conventional concrete or steel piles may be excessive or impractical.
Features and Specifications:
- Source Material: Made from dense, naturally resilient mangrove hardwood.
- Form: Round, unsawn, and tapered—preserving the tree's natural shape.
- Standard Lengths: Ranges between 3 to 6 meters (approximately 10 to 20 feet).
- Diameter Range: Typically 75 to 150 mm, depending on application.
Applications:
- Ideal for temporary structures, timber dwellings, walkways, and jetties.
- Used in ground reinforcement, especially in swampy terrains and road embankments.
- Common in rural and coastal construction for low-weight load-bearing needs.
Benefits:
- Cost-effective and easy to source in tropical regions.
- Simple to install, with the possibility of manual driving.
- A natural and eco-conscious choice, particularly when sustainably harvested.
Considerations:
- Best suited for low-load applications; not recommended for high structural loads.
- Above-ground durability is limited, especially in dry environments (susceptible to termite damage).
- Non-uniform shape may pose challenges during alignment and installation.
Hong Wen Hardware Timber Pte Ltd is your trusted supplier of high-quality building materials, specializing in natural timber, plywood, waterproof plywood, and fancy plywood in Singapore. We offer a wide selection of fancy plywood, including cherry, maple, walnut, oak, ash, bubinga, and sapele. In addition to timber and plywood, we provide a variety of accessories, fittings, and hardware to meet the needs of our diverse clientele. Our customers range from designers and carpenters to renovation contractors and schools. We are proud to serve esteemed clients such as SMRT, ComfortDelGro, United World College of South East Asia, and NTU.
