Azobe

africa
Typical Finish

Very resistant to decay, one of the most durable woods from West Africa

Properties

Botanical Name:
Lophira alata
Durability:
Very durable
Density:
1070 kg/m3
Workability:
Very difficult to work with hand tools, but can be worked by mahcines with less trouble, must be pre-bored for nailing
Uses:
Heavy construction - wharves, bridges, decking, sleepers, heavy duty flooring, marine work, sea defences