African teak

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EndgrainDiffuse-porous; small to medium pores in no specific arrangement; solitary and radial multiples of 2-3; heartwood deposits occasionally present; growth rings may be distinct due to seemingly marginal parenchyma; rays not visible without lens; paratracheal
SustainabilitySustainability, This wood species is in CITES Appendix II, and is on the IUCN Red List. It is listed as endangered due to a population reduction of over 50% in the past three generations, caused by a decline in its natural range, and exploitation.
Common UsesBoatbuilding, veneer, flooring, window frame,vascal,shutters and furniture.
Common NamesAfrormosia, Afromosia, African Teak
Supply Type Manufacturer, Exporter, Supplier
Preferred Buyer Location All over the world

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Sustainability Sustainability, This wood species is in CITES Appendix II, and is on the IUCN Red List. It is listed as endangered due to a population reduction of over 50% in the past three generations, caused by a decline in its natural range, and exploitation.
Workability Workability, In nearly all regards, Afrormosia is easy to work with both hand and machine tools, though surfacing boards with interlocking grain may cause tearout. Other downsides include a slight blunting effect on cutting edges, and the development of d
Common Uses Boatbuilding, veneer, flooring, window frame,vascal,shutters and furniture.
Pricing/Availability Trade of this species is currently tightly controlled. It's usually available as lumber in good sizes. Prices are medium to high for an imported African hardwood.
Rot Resistance Rated as very durable regarding decay resistance, and is also resistant to termites and other insects.
Comments Along with Iroko, Afrormosia is sometimes referred to as "African Teak," though it is not closely related to genuine Teak (Tectonagrandis). Afrormosia does look somewhat similar to Teak, has similar working and mechanical properties, and is extremely dura
Endgrain Diffuse-porous; small to medium pores in no specific arrangement; solitary and radial multiples of 2-3; heartwood deposits occasionally present; growth rings may be distinct due to seemingly marginal parenchyma; rays not visible without lens; paratracheal
Color/Appearance Heartwood is typically a yellowish brown, occasion will have an either reddish or olive hue. Color tends to darken with age.
Grain/Texture Grain is usually straight, though it can also be interlocked. With a fine uniform texture and good natural luster.
Common Names Afrormosia, Afromosia, African Teak
Grain/Texture Grain is usually straight, though it can also be interlocked. With a fine uniform texture and good natural luster.
Odor Afrormosia has a distinct odor while being worked.
Allergies/Toxicity Although severe reactions are quite uncommon, Afrormosia has been reported as a sensitizer. Usually most common reactions include eye, skin, and respiratory irritation. Afrormosia has also been known to cause nervous system effects, asthma-like symptoms,

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KUTCH VIJAY SAW MILLS started its journey a few years back, in 1981 as a timber trading organization. The high level of ethics and customer service put the firm to its fast paced growth over the short span of its existence. The high level of regards and respect to its associates and employees have been its highest strong hold and achievement. Skill, high sense of turn-around time, courteousness and good customer service offered by one and all at KUTCH VIJAY SAW MILLS make us the dealer of choice for all our customers. In a nut shell, experience at KUTCH VIJAY SAW MILLS would be a refreshingly different one for any who chooses to do business with us.
KUTCH VIJAY SAW MILLS is now a well established organization. The firm deals with all types of Timber product , Ply wood, Block Board, MDF, Particleboard, Decorative Veneers, Laminates, doors, etc
Our timber depot has all kinds of wood such as honne, African teak, Burma teak, pine wood, white sal, gum sal, silver wood, red mahagony, gurjan, amercian walnut etc.