Origin
South, South East and East Asia, Australia.
Working properties
Sawing: Somewhat difficult
Machining: Somewhat difficult, special cutters needed
Gluing: Good
Nailing: Pre-boring necessary
Finishing: Good but needs previous degreasing.
General description
Blunting effect: Moderate to high
Drying: Medium. Distortion – small. Checking – insignificant.
Wood Bending: —
Natural durability: Very durable
Fungus and insects: Only the sapwood is vulnerable
Preservative treatment: Resistant
Other: resembles African Doussie
Main uses
Windows, parquets, framing, stairs, storage vessels for chemicals, coachbuilding, marine construction, shipbuilding, tool handles, sleepers.
