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Iroko (chlorophora excelsa)

iroko is a very strong, hard and durable african timber. much admired for a fine handsome sweeping figure, and deep golden toffee brown colour which has a distinctive surface lustre. occasional darker brown figure and striking black knots add to the beauty of this exotic hardwood.

iroko sometimes presents the phenomenon of having a “stone” in the centre of a log! this is caused by a build up of calcium carbonate deposits. these “stones” can sometimes be very large.

a masculine wood which is used extensively for boatbuilding and high class joinery, where strength and longevity is required. Also for worktops where a darker timber than beech is required.

a superb timber for entrance halls, dining rooms or librarys. traditonal or classic drawing rooms where a darker timber but with a lighter feel is specified.

janka hardness: 1260

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aka: kambala


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