Niangon

Origin

Equatorial Western Africa

Trading name(s)

Niankom, Wishmore, Ogouè

Family

African Hardwood, African Mahogany - Malvaceae

Botanical name(s)

Heritiera Utilis

Avarage dried weight

700 kg/m^3

Durability

Class 3

Niangon

Available in FAS QUALITY
AD and KD random widths 15cm plus and lengths 2.10m and longer with fair spread
Fixed widths available

Thicknesses 25-32-38-50-63-75mm

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Niangon

With its coarse texture, this is considered a medium hardwood.

The colour of the heartwood can vary from a light pink to a deep dark red. The sapwood can be white or greyish.

The interlocked grain can bring some difficulties in the work process and deformations can occur during the drying process.

Niangon wood serves a variety of purposes across different industries.

It is commonly used in general construction for beams, joists, boards, flooring, frames, and panelling, offering strength and reliability.

The wood’s attractive grain makes it suitable for luxury furniture and cabinets, as well as for plywood and decorative veneer applications.

Niangon is also favoured for turning ornaments and furniture, showcasing its versatility in craftsmanship.

Its resilience makes it ideal for naval construction, particularly for boat decks and port storage.

Additionally, Niangon wood is used in crafting musical instruments and producing shingles and mouldings, highlighting its diverse range of applications.

Description

With its coarse texture, this is considered a medium hardwood.

The colour of the heartwood can vary from a light pink to a deep dark red. The sapwood can be white or greyish.

The interlocked grain can bring some difficulties in the work process and deformations can occur during the drying process.

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