Terra Deck – Red Merbau Decking Board

Red Merbau brings that deep, reddish-brown colour for which real Merbau timber is known, but without the downsides, which means no tannin bleed staining your pavers and no yearly oiling to keep the colour from fading. It’s a Gen 5 co-extruded board measuring 137mm x 23mm x 5400mm, built for anyone who likes the classic hardwood look but doesn’t want the maintenance that comes with it.

• Deep reddish-brown tone, styled after traditional Merbau timber rather than a modern grey or neutral palette.
• Gen 5 co-extrusion build, with a protective layer bonded around the composite core during manufacturing.
• Circular hollow core, keeping the board manageable to handle on-site.
• Doesn’t carry the tannins that real Merbau timber has, so there is no risk of that reddish bleed staining pavers or pool coping nearby.
• No oiling required to keep the colour looking right, unlike real Merbau, which needs regular treatment to avoid greying.

Applications & Suitable Uses

• Traditional Australian-style decks – Suits homes where a hardwood deck would once have been the default choice.
• Decks near light-coloured pavers or pool coping – Avoids the tannin staining that real Merbau can cause nearby.
• Renovations replacing old Merbau timber decking – Keeps a similar tone without the same upkeep.
• Poolside decking – Composite handles regular moisture exposure well.
• New builds wanting a warm, classic colour – Works well against brick, natural stone, or darker window frames.

Why Choose Terra Deck – Red Merbau Decking Board?

Real Merbau looks great when freshly oiled, but it is high-maintenance. The colour fades without regular oiling, and the tannins can stain anything light-coloured nearby, including pavers and pool surrounds. This board gives you the same warm, reddish-brown character through a Gen 5 co-extrusion process, without the oiling schedule or the staining risk associated with the real thing.