Coconut timber

The tree bears fruit until approximately 70 years of age, at which point it is considered to have reached the end of its economic life and is felled to make way for future crops.

Only in very recent years have people begun to explore the potential commercial uses for this vast, alternative supply of timber.

This led to the commercial launch of coconut timber in a range of different products, from flooring to posts to furniture.

Low density coconut timber is used in non-load bearing applications like wood panelling, internal trim and ceilings, as well as homewares.

Coconut timber supplied by Pacific Green is to be used in exterior applications throughout Abu Dhabi's Masdar City development, including the entrance gates, screens and doors.

The product can be used to manufacture various chemicals such as carbon disulphide, calcium carbide, silicon carbide, carbon monoxide, paint pigments, pharmaceuticals, molding resins, black powder, electrodes, catalyst reactors, brake linings, and gas cylinder absorbent.