This product is also known as.

ASSIE; KALUNGI; KOSI-KOSI; MEBROU; SIPO

Natural Durability

Strength

Sawing

Machining

Moderate

Medium

Easy

Some Grain Pick Up

Finishing

Fixing

Shrinkage

Movement in service

May require filler

Satisfactory

Medium

Small/Medium

Additional Details

The heartwood is a red/brown Mahogany colour with a paler sapwood. This species has a interlocked grain, and a fairly fine texture. This timber dries slowly and care is needed to avoid degrade. A wood of high reputation for appearance and performance.

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