Khaya

Light red, fairly uniform colour. Timber exposed to air shifts into reddish brown. Some pieces are patterned, bringing out the silver figure or have a mottled aspect.

Origin: Gabon, Cameroon and Congo

Possible end-uses: Cabinet-making, furniture, millwork, joinery, boatbuilding

Marketing: Sawnwood

Physical and mechanical properties: Good elasticity, shock resistant, medium natural durability