Scientific Name: Afzelia Bipidensis

Origin: Africa

Description of wood:

Sapwood: Yellowish white
Heartwood: Reddish brown
Fiber: Straight, sometimes slightly entwined.
Grain: Medium.
Characteristic defects: Do not

Physical properties:

Apparent density at 12% humidity 790 kg/m3 very heavy wood.
Dimensional stability:
– Coefficient of volumetric contraction 0,34% very stable wood.
– Relationship between contractions 1,4% without tendency to fix.
– Hardness (Monnin) 7,4 hardwood.