This product is also known as.

Afara; Afrma; Akam; Faraen; Frake; Limba

 Natural Durability

Strength

Sawing

Machining

Low

Medium/Low

Easy

Easy

Finishing

Fixing

Shrinkage

Movement in service

Easy, Filler needed.

No Problems

Medium

Small

Additional Details

Pale yellowish white heartwood and sapwood. This wood is often streaked with black. The grain is straight/interlocked, and has a medium/coarse texture. It dries easily and quickly but needs treatment to avoid stain. The wood is stable.

This timber is always in stock and is available in a variety of rough sawn cuts.