Tali

africa
Typical Finish

Yellow-brown to red-brown, darkening on exposure, course texture

Properties

Botanical Name:
Erythrophleum suaveolens
Durability:
Very resistant to decay and attack by termites
Density:
910 kg/m3
Workability:
Difficult to work and saw, turns well, can take a fairly good finish, waxes and polishes well. Nailing is good but pre-boring is necessary
Uses:
Flooring, heavy construction, exterior carpentry and joinery, gates, decking, railway ties, harbour work