LIVE EDGE OR SQUARE EDGE BOARDS Product Description: Iroko Timber We can order in this timber, which takes 5-10 working days. Do call us or get in touch on our Contact Us page and speak to our passionate team. Overview Emerging from the lush landscapes of tropical Africa, Iroko is revered for its impressive durability and warm, golden hue. This timber is marked by its medium weight, satiny finish, and a colour spectrum ranging from yellow to deeper brown. As it ages, it takes on a richer, darker hue, enhancing its beauty in diverse applications such as decking, furniture, and marine constructions. Appearance Board Edges: Available in Live Edge, Waney Edge or Square Edge Colour & Grain: Iroko boasts a golden yellow tone, deepening to rich brown with time. Its grain is typically interlocked, yielding an exquisite texture. Patterns: While it has a predominantly uniform appearance, occasional irregularities and streaks amplify its natural charm. Special Note: Iroko’s natural oils make it particularly resistant to decay, a quality that enhances its utility in outdoor and marine applications. Encapsulating the vibrant spirit of tropical Africa, Timber Lot’s Iroko Timber is synonymous with strength and aesthetic grace. Technical Specification Common Name: Widely referred to as Iroko. Family: Meliaceae Genus: Chlorophora Measurement Details: Supplied in cubic metres (M3) (1M3 is tantamount to 35.315 Ft3.) Weight (Kiln Dried): 660 KG/M3. Format: Waney edge sawn boards or straight edge sawn boards. Width: Plank widths begin at 150mm, potentially beyond 250mm – call us if you have specific requirements. Uses of Iroko Decking: Its inherent resilience makes it an outstanding choice for durable outdoor decking. Furniture Design: The versatile hue and robust nature of Iroko render it perfect for timeless furniture pieces. Marine Construction: Due to its resistance to water, it’s a prime selection for marine crafts and components. Cabinetry: Its warm aesthetic complements both traditional and contemporary cabinetry designs. Flooring: The hard-wearing and appealing nature of Iroko promotes its use in diverse flooring setups. Exterior Cladding: Given its endurance, it’s a top pick for external architectural elements. Characteristics of Iroko Colour: It predominantly unveils a warm golden tone, maturing to a more profound brown over years. Grain: Renowned for its interlocked grain, Iroko presents a complex yet captivating texture. Durability: Enriched with natural oils, it’s a robust timber. Workability: Praised by artisans for its versatility, Iroko enables intricate and refined crafting. Finishing: Its natural gleam harmonises seamlessly with various finishes, heightening its allure. Texture: Iroko’s surface, with its inherent grain complexities, offers a tactile pleasure. Further details about our Grades can be found here.
