Iroko Wood
Iroko wood of the iroko tree (Chlorophora excelsa), native to the west coast of Africa. It is sometimes called African, or Nigerian, teak, but the iroko is unrelated to the teak family. The wood is tough, dense, and very durable. It is often used in cabinetmaking and paneling as a substitute for teak, which it resembles both in colour (light brown to deep golden-brown) and in grain.
Iroko timber is produced from the wood of the Iroko tree, which originates from the west coast of Africa. The timber is very durable and is used for outdoor.
Heartwood is usually a yellow to golden or medium brown, with color tending to darken over time. Pale yellow sapwood is clearly demarcated from the heartwood.
Iroko is very durable, and is resistant to both rot and insect attack; it’s sometimes used as a substitute for Teak.
Generally easy to work, with the exception of its interlocked grain, which may cause some tearout during surfacing operations. Also, deposits of calcium carbonate are sometimes present, which can have a significant dulling effect on cutters. Iroko glues and finishes well.
Moisture content : 8-12%
SIZE IN FEET : 8X4,7X4,6X4,8X3,7X3,6X3
THICKENSS IN MM : 6 MM,9 MM,12 MM,16 MM,19MM
