SHEDUA EXOTIC WOOD
Shedua has many names with the most popular being Shedua, Ovangkol, Mozambique and African Walnut. It is a superior hardwood lumber from Central West Africa, with a lively brown heartwood color and is very dense. The trees are not as large as other species from this region – a three foot diameter log is rare.
- Fine veneers and lumber
- Musical instruments
- Fine furniture
Characteristics of Ovangkol
| Origin of Wood Type | Africa |
| Botanical Name | Guibourtia ehie |
| Specific Gravity | 0.8 |
| Avg. Weight Per BF | 4.17 |
| Color Range | Gold – Brown – Black |
| Rarity / Availability | Moderately Rare |
| Typical Avg. Width | 5″ to 24″ |
| Typical Avg. Length | 8′ to 12′, sometimes longer available |
| Avg. Waste Factor | 0.3 |
| Wood Uses | Fine Furniture, Flooring, Cabinetry, Architectural Millwork, Guitar Building / Instrument making, Veneer and other uses |
| Lumber Grades | Flitch, Quartersawn (Figured) |
| Other Trade Names | Shedua, Ovangkol, Mozambique, Amazique, Amazakoue, Amazaquoue, Anokye, Hyeduanini |
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