Looking for Narra? Here is the Legal, Sustainable Alternative

For Filipino homeowners and architects, Narra is more than just wood; it is the gold standard. Known for its deep golden-red hues, incredible durability, and status as our National Tree, it has been the centerpiece of Filipino ancestral homes for generations.

However, sourcing local Narra has become increasingly difficult and for good reason. Strict logging bans and conservation efforts mean that “local” Narra is often unavailable or comes from questionable, illegal sources.

But what if you could get the exact same botanical species, with the same grain and durability, from a 100% legal and sustainable source?

Enter Papua & Pacific Rosewood: The “Legal Narra”

At FILTRA Timber, we understand that no other wood can quite replace Narra. That is why we import Pacific Rosewood (also known as Papua Rosewood).

Here is the secret: It is the same botanical species (Pterocarpus indicus) as our local Narra.

Instead of being harvested illegally in Philippine forests, our Rosewood is responsibly sourced from the Solomon Islands, Papua New Guinea, and Indonesia, where the species grows abundantly and is harvested legally and sustainably.

Available Formats: More Than Just Planks

Because we control our supply chain, we can offer Pacific Rosewood for almost any architectural need. It is currently available as:

Lumber & S4S: For general carpentry.
Solid Wood Flooring: Bringing that heritage feel back to your living rooms.
Wall Cladding: For feature walls and exteriors.
Custom Staircases: We can customize solid wood steps and handrails to match your flooring
perfectly.

The FILTRA Guarantee: Why “Legal” Matters

In the timber industry, “sustainable” is often just a buzzword. At FILTRA Timber, it is a verifiable fact. We are proud to be the only timber trader/importer in the Philippines audited yearly for Chain of Custody responsibility.

When you buy Rosewood (Narra) from us, you aren’t just buying wood; you are buying peace of mind. You have the assurance that your floor or staircase did not contribute to deforestation in the Philippines, but rather came from managed forests that support the industry long-term.