Khaya

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