Iroko does not require regular treatment with oil or varnish when used outdoors,
although it is very difficult to work with tools as it tends to splinter easily and
blunts tools very quickly.
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Origin
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Cameroon
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Availability
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Square edged boards air dried /Kiln dried
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Colour
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The wood colour is initially yellow but darkens to a richer copper brown over time
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Durability
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Very Durable
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Density
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620-720 kg/m3
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Movement in Service
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Medium
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Machining
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Good
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Thicknesses
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5 to 15 cm
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Specification
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Width 150 to 400 mm; Length 2400 to 5000 mm
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Basic Price Level
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Moderate-High: Contact for pricing
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Usage
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Exterior joinery.Flooring.Ship building (planking and deck).Cabinet work (high class furniture), current furniture or furniture component.Cooperage, stairs (inside).Veneer for back or face of plywood, bridges (parts not in contact with water or ground).Interior joinery, sliced veneer, interior panelling, turned goods, light carpentry, glued laminated.Veneer for interior of plywood.
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