Afzelia Wood Characteristics:
Color: The heartwood ranges from reddish-brown to golden-brown, darkening with age. The sapwood is pale yellow with a clear demarcation line.
Grain: The grain is typically straight or slightly interlocked, with a medium to coarse texture. It has a natural luster that enhances its visual appeal.
Density: Approximately 660 kg/m³, providing a balance of strength and weight.
Durability: Doussie is highly durable, offering excellent resistance to decay, termite, and insect attacks. Its strength and durability make it suitable for demanding applications.
Shrinkage: The radial shrinkage is about 1.0%, tangential shrinkage is about 1.5%, and the volumetric shrinkage is around 6.3%, ensuring stable use with minimal warping.
Doussie Wood Workability:
Machining: Doussie is a dense wood, so it may wear down tools quickly. Using sharp tools is essential to avoid tear-out during planing or sawing.
Gluing: It glues well but may require surface preparation, such as sanding, due to its natural oils.
Nailing and Screwing: Doussie can be nailed or screwed effectively when pre-drilled. Due to its density, it may split if not prepped properly.
Doussie Lumber Applications:
Furniture: Ideal for high-end furniture like tables, chairs, and cabinets. Its beauty and durability make it perfect for luxury items.
Flooring: Doussie’s hard, dense nature makes it a great choice for high-traffic areas.
Millwork: Excellent for moldings, trim, and doors, where strength and aesthetic appeal are important.
Decking: When treated properly, it’s also used for exterior decking, providing long-lasting durability.
Veneer: Doussie is commonly sliced into veneer sheets for fine interior finishes, adding a polished, sleek look to interiors.
Sustainability and Compliance:
Source: All Doussie wood is harvested from sustainably managed forests. Ensure that the supplier follows legal harvesting and trade practices.
CITES Certification: Certain Doussie wood may require a CITES certificate. Always verify with the supplier regarding legal requirements for export and import.
Why Choose Doussie?
Durability: Doussie’s high strength and density make it perfect for heavy-duty applications, ensuring longevity and resistance to wear and tear.
Aesthetic Appeal: The reddish-brown heartwood and fine grain texture enhance the visual appeal, making it perfect for both structural and decorative uses.
Versatility: Whether you need wood for construction, furniture, or luxury veneers, Doussie offers excellent versatility.
