Iroko

Model: QD-031 | Date:2010-05-06

::Description::

ModelQD-031
Size(L*W*H): 300-1200*90/125*12/15mm
Thickness of top layer: 2mm,3mm,4mm
Lacquer: UV treffert finish
Edge: Bevel, micro-bevel, square
Joint: Tongue and Groove(T&G)

Wood species: Iroko
Latin name: Chlorophora spp.
Family: Moraceae
Origin
GhanaNigeriaAngolaLiberia,etc
Wood properties

Heartwood varies from a pale yellowish brown to dark chocolate brown with lighter markings most conspicuous on flat-sawn surfaces; sapwood yellowish white, clearly demarcated. Texture medium to coarse; grain moderately interlocked, sometimes irregular; slightly greasy feel; without odor; wet sawdust may cause dermatitis; occasional large "stone" deposits of calcium carbonate;
Works fairly easily with hand or machine tools but with some tearing of interlocked grain; occasional deposits of calcium carbonate severely damage cutting edges; good nailing and gluing characteristics; moderate steam-bending; may cause dermatitis in working wet wood;
Its average density:0.78g/cm3;
Heartwood is very durable and is resistant to termite and marine borer attack as well. Sapwood liable to powder-post beetle attack.
Wood uses
Suggested as a teak substitute. Joinery, boatbuilding, piling and marine work, domestic flooring, furniture, veneer, plywood, railroad crossties, cabinetwork, shop fittings, carving handscraft.
Availability:
Abundant and popular