Iroko

Iroko is naturally durable and an excellent substitute for Teak when the cost is an important factor on the job. Ideal for external joinery and garden furniture.

Name:

Milicia excelsa

Origin:

Tropical Africa

Colour:

Heartwood is usually a yellow to golden or medium brown, with colour tending to darken over time. Pale yellow sapwood is clearly demarcated from the heartwood.

Grain:       

Iroko has a medium to coarse texture, with open pores and an interlocked grain.

Rot Resistance:

Iroko is very durable, and is resistant to both rot and insect attack; is sometimes used as a substitute for Teak.

Typical Applications:

Veneer, flooring, furniture, cabinetry, boatbuilding, turned items, and other small wood items.

Density:

660 kg/m3 average

Workability:

Generally easy to work, with the exception of its interlocked grain, which may cause some tearout during surfacing operations. Also, deposits of calcium carbonate are sometimes present, which can have a significant dulling effect on cutters. Iroko glues and finishes well.