Dibetou
Other names: African Walnut, Wnaimei, Dubini-Biri, Apopo, Sida, Anamenila, Bibolo, Nivero,
Tigerwood, Congowood
Botanical name: Lovoa trichilioides
Density: Green 740 - 850 kg/m3
Seasoned 530 kg/m3 (Average at 12% MC)
Durability: Moderately durable
Grain: Slightly Interlocked
Texture: Fine / Medium
Heartwood: Grey brown - yellow brown sometimes with dark veins
Sapwood: light grey - light yellow clearly distinguishable
Sawing: Easy (Slight blunting effect)
Drying: Medium
Risk of distortion: Slight
Risk of checking: Slight
Machining: Difficulties due to irregular grain
Wood bending: Moderate
Gluing: Good
Nailing: Holding properties - Good
Finishing: Good
End uses: Interior & exterior joinery,Turnery, Decorative sliced veneers, Furniture & cabint work
