OKOUME

Following introduction of the particle board and the use of other woods, Okoume wood has lost its significance, after previously being the most notable rotary cut timber.

Description

Botanical name: Aucoumea klaineana
Overall character: Uniformly structured and slightly cooler wood with varying fibre flow.
Color and structure: The sapwood is 3 to 5 cm wide, with a light grey color. Depending on origin and age, the heartwood can vary. It is generally salmon-colored with a matte sheen (when dry) and turns more yellow in the light.
Characteristics/features: For all figures, a variance of ± 10% can be expected. These often depend on the habitat as well as the tree age. The timber, which is moderately light like poplar wood, can be dried using all available methods and, depending on the grain, has a satisfactory to good staying power.
Areas of use: Okoume is mainly processed as a peeled or sliced veneer for plates made out of veneers or veneer coated panels. It can also be used for veneer plates of various strengths and sizes, as well as for door panel decks and chipboards.
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