Wenge (Milletia laurentii), F. schotiana), Timber Handrails, Frameless Toughed Glass Balustrades
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Wenge (Milletia laurentii) |
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The natural growth range of the species is reported to be the open forests of Zaire, Cameroon, Gabon, the southern regions of Tanzania, and Mozambique. It is also found in the swampy forests of the Congo region.
The tree is described as medium sized, and attains a height to 18 metres and a stem diameter of 1 metre.
General Characteristics
This heavy dense wood has a high bending strength and high resistance to shock loads, with high natural resistance to abrasion. The wood is medium to coarse in texture. Colour / Pattern
The heartwood is dark brown, mostly black, with fine, closely
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spaced, very dark veins and white lines. The combination of white bands against the dark wood with black streaks gives Wenge a very attractive appearance. Colour variation between boards is reported to be moderate.
Exposure lightens the dark color of the wood, and lumber is reported to be occasionally left in the sun on purpose to lighten the colour (sometimes requested by importers of Wenge).
The grain is described as fairly straight to slightly roey. The appearance of the wood has been described as expressive. Uses
The timber is very suitable for flooring strips and blocks. Also used for indoor and exterior joinery and general construction work, it is excellent for decorative and panelling veneers. |
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