( Chlorophora Excelsa)
1. Origin Equatorial West Africa.
2. Description: Compares so favourably with Teak ( strength, durability and
stability) that it is frequently used as a substitute and
earned itself the nickname "Poor Mans Teak". Interlocked
or irregular grain, coarse even texture. Light Golden to
Dark Brown. Less immediately attractive than Teak
Weight
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(kg / m3 ) 660 kg/m3
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(lbs / ft3) 40 lbs /ft3
3. Uses Boat building, joinery, cabinet work and furniture
( particularly outdoor), carving, laboratory bench tops
( even containers for radioactive materials).
4. Working
Properties ( various authorities comments)
* Can be difficult to work if mineral deposits are present.
* Otherwise the working properties are satisfactory though
the interlocked grain will require care in dressing.
* Glues satisfactorily.
* Pre boring for nails needed at board ends.
* Sanding dust may irritate skin so ensure adequate
extraction.
Specifications / Sizes general stocked:
Thickness: 1"; 1.5 " & 2"
( 25mm; 38mm & 50mm)
Widths: 6 " to 12 " ( 150mm - 300mm)
Lengths 6 ' to 10 ' ( 1.8m - 3m)
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