Iroko
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A tree is tight textured and oily. |
| Product Name
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Iroko |
| Category
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Kereste |
| Origin |
Tropical Africa |
| Family |
Chlorophora excelsa |
| Tree Size |
30-40 m tall |
| Resistance |
Iroko is very durable, and is resistant to both rot and insect attack; it’s sometimes used as a substitute for Teak. |
| Average Product Diameter |
1-1.5 m trunk diameter. |
| Average Age Weight |
1000/1100 kg/m’ |
| Color Appearance |
Heartwood is usually a yellow to golden or medium brown, with color tending to darken over time. |
| Usage Areas |
Veneer, flooring, furniture, walking ways , landscape equipments ,cabinetry, pool sides ,boatbuilding, turned items, and other small specialty wood items |
| Odor |
No characteristic odor. |
| Strength |
Water , moisture , resistant to sun and all weather conditions. |
| Need to Know |
Given the high prices of genuine Teak, Iroko could be considered a low-cost alternative. The wood is stable, durable, and has an overall look that somewhat resembles Teak. |
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