Product Description: Okoumé Timber Our live edge timbers can be cut down to square edge, select this option in the drop-down above. Do call us or get in touch on our Contact Us page and speak to our passionate team if you have any queries. Overview Originating from the equatorial rainforests of Central Africa, Okoumé is lauded for its lightweight characteristics and impressive adaptability. Sometimes termed Gaboon, this timber is identified by its lightness, fine texture, and a colour spectrum that ranges from pale pink to a light reddish-brown. Due to its ease of handling and uniformity, Okoumé becomes a favoured choice for veneers, boat building, and fine furniture crafts. Appearance Board Edges: Available in Waney Edge / Live Edge or Square Edge. Colour & Grain: Okoumé unfurls a palette from soft pink to a muted reddish-brown. The grain is predominantly straight, exuding a serene, streamlined appearance. Patterns: While generally consistent in its texture, subtle variations or waves in the grain occasionally surface, adding an element of intrigue. Special Note: Okoumé’s ability to bend without breaking makes it a popular choice for projects demanding pliability. Marrying Central African allure with exceptional versatility, Timber Lot’s Okoumé Timber emerges as an artisan’s dream. Technical Specification Common Name: Familiarly known as Okoumé or Gaboon. Family: Burseraceae Genus: Aucoumea Measurement Details: Supplied in cubic metres (M3) (1M3 is tantamount to 35.315 Ft3.) Weight (Kiln Dried): 430 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 Okoumé Veneers: The timber’s uniformity and light colour make Okoumé a prime choice for veneer applications. Boat Building: Its pliability and water resistance qualities earmark it for marine constructions. Furniture Crafting: Its fine grain and adaptability serve both contemporary and classic furniture designs. Paneling: With its consistent hue and grain, it enhances paneling projects. Cabinetry: Its workable nature renders it apt for crafting elegant cabinets. Laminates: Given its bonding proficiency, it’s frequently employed in laminated products. Characteristics of Okoumé Colour: Okoumé parades shades from gentle pink to light reddish-brown. Grain: Known for its chiefly straight grain, it bestows a calm, uninterrupted visage. Durability: While moderately durable, its resilience is amplified when treated. Workability: Woodworkers appreciate it for its cooperative nature, enabling intricate detailing. Finishing: Its pale tones serve as a receptive canvas, taking on finishes beautifully. Texture: Renowned for its fine and even texture, it promises a silky tactile sensation. Further details about our Grades can be found here.
