OVENGKOL
Ovengkol belongs to one of high-quality wood types of the Guibourtia species. Its mostly widespread in West African coastal countries. Frequently, Ovengkol is also called Amazakoue, which in this case stems from the Ivory Coast.
Description
| Botanical name: | Guibourtia ehie |
| Overall character: | This moderately porous wood often has a pronounced color striping, similar to the related Mutenye (Guibourtia aroldiana) wood and other high-quality decorative woods. |
| Color and structure: | The sapwood is between 4 and 10 centimetres wide, has a yellowish grey tint and is distinct from the heartwood, which is yellowish brown to olive brown and darkens slightly in the light. It is characterized by dark brown to black color stripes or curled spots. |
| Characteristics/features: | The great natural durability of the heartwood also allows for outdoor use (durability class 2 pursuant to DIN EN 350-2). |
| Areas of use: | Due to its very decorative appearance, great strength properties, workability, and high natural durability, Ovengkol is versatile as a veneer and as a solid timber. |
| Sources: | https://www.holzvomfach.de |