Other names
Bodo, Mambodé (boiré), Enouk
Scientific Name
Detarium macrocarpum
Family
Caesalpiniaceae
Description
Amouk is a dark wood color Coppery brown with dark brown veins. Resin exudation is possible. Medium to coarse texture. Its sapwood is more or less differentiated and pinkish-white. The grain is straight or interlocked, texture medium.
Density
(H=12%) : 0,67
Treatability
moderately permeable
Seasoning
It air dries slowly, with minimal risk of distortion and checking
Stability
moderately stable
Durability
Durable; resistant to fungal and insect attack.
Workability
The wood saws and works satisfactorily with moderate blunting effect on saw teeth and cutting edges. However, the presence of resin may cause some difficulties. The use of a filler is needed to obtain a good finish. Pre-boring is recommended in nailing and screwing. The wood glues satisfactorily except when much resin is present.
End-Uses
- Sliced veneer
- Interior joinery
- Cabinetwork (high class furniture)
- Flooring
- Interior panelling
- Stairs (inside)
- Fiber or particle boards
- Current furniture or furniture components
- Turned goods
- Exterior joinery
Notes : Good substitute to walnut and RoseWood.
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