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Botanical
Name
Milletia Laurentii
Other
Names
Palisandre Du Congo, Dikela, Mibotu, Bokonge, Awong.
Mechanical
Properties
This heavy, dense wood has a high bending strength and high
resistance to shock loads, with medium crushing strength and
low stiffness. It has a low steam bending classification.
Working
Properties
The material works fairly well with machine tools and with
moderate blunting effect on cutters. The presence of resin
cells in the wood sometimes interferes with gluing and polishing.
Nailing is difficult and requires pre-boring. When filled,
it can be brought to a satisfactory finish.
Durability
Durable and resistant to termites. It is extremely resistant
to preservative treatment.
Seasoning
The timber seasons slowly and requires care to minimize surface
checking tendencies. There is small movement in service.
Uses
The high natural resistance to abrasion makes this timber
very suitable for flooring strips or blocks. Also used for
interior and exterior joinery and general construction work.
It is an excellent turning wood. Sliced for decorative and
paneling veneers.
Comments
Due to its weight, it is unsuitable for plywood manufacture.
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