Okoume Wood
Elevate your interior projects with Okoume wood. This versatile African hardwood offers excellent workability, stability, and a beautiful light pink to reddish-brown hue.
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- SKU
- 11527-AOW
Description
Okoume Wood
Okoume wood, also known as Okoume Mahogany, is a light-colored wood prized for its workability and affordability. Sourced from central Africa, it's a popular option for various interior applications and veneered plywood.
Overview
Light pink to reddish-brown heartwood with a distinct whitish-grey sapwood, Easy to machine and glue, with good stability, Moderate drying process with minimal warping, Not recommended for untreated exterior applications due to susceptibility to rot and insects.
Characteristics
- Grain: Straight or slightly interlocked
- Texture: Medium-coarse
- Color: Light pink to reddish-brown (darkens with age)
- Density: Moderately lightweight (around 0.44 g/cm³)
- Workability: Excellent for machining, gluing, and finishing
Specification
- Standard Thicknesses: 5cm (2") and 8cm (3")
- Standard Widths: 15cm (6"), 20cm (8"), 22.5cm (9"), 25cm (10"), 30cm (12")
- Standard Lengths: Range from 245cm (8') to 550cm (18')
Applications
- Interior joinery: doors, windows, frames, and cladding (protected areas)
- Veneer for plywood (interior and exterior grades)
- Furniture and cabinetry components
- Mouldings and panelling
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