Khaya

Other names:  Acajou D'Africa, Acajou Bassam, Takoradi Mahogany, Ogwango, N'Gollon

                         Zaminguila, African Mahogany, Caoba del gallon, Undia nunu

Botanical name: Khaya invorensis

                             Khaya anthotheca

                             Khaya grandifoliola

Density: Green 650 - 750 kg/m3

     Seasoned 530 kg/m3 (Average at 12% MC)

Durability: Moderately durable / durable

Grain: Slightly / ocasionally Interlocked

Texture: Medium

Heartwood: Pink - light red browm

Sapwood: Creamy white - yellowish white

Sawing: Easy (Moderate blunting effect)

Drying: Rapid

              Risk of distortion: Slight

              Risk of checking: Slight

Machining: Difficulties due to irregular grain (occasionally)

Wood bending: Difficult

Gluing: Good

Nailing: Holding properties - Good

Finishing: Good

End uses: Interior & exterior joinery, High-class furniture, Plywood, Boat building & fitting