Obeche
A cost effective, stable and lightweight timber with a waxy texture that machines very well, so is ideal for picture frames, other mouldings and sauna cabinet. Our stock is OLB independently verified to be sustainably produced.
| Origin | Cameroon; Ayous is notably milder and superior for moulding work compared to Wawa or Samba from other West African nations |
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| Density | 390kgs/m3 |
| Availability | Square edged kiln dried boards |
| Movement in Service | Small |
| Grade | ‘Sykes Grade’ Ayous upgraded from FAS |
| Thicknesses Available | 26mm, 38mm, 52mm, 76mm, 100mm |
| Colour | Pale straw yellow |
| Length and Width Specification | 1.8m and longer × 100mm and wider |