Kabukalli Hardwood Lumber

Wood Appearance - The heartwood is light reddish-brown and of plain appearance, darkening on exposure. The sapwood is a distinct thick brownish or pinkish color, and sharply demarcated. Grain is straight, sometimes interlocked and texture is medium to coarse. The freshly cut timber has a very pungent scent which disappears as the wood dries fully.

Physical Properties - Kabukalli is hard and moderately heavy, of medium and dimensional stability, and of satisfactory mechanical strength. Kabukalli is stronger that European oak.

Natural Durability - Kabukalli has a good durability. It withstands both insect and fungal attack, even under unfavorable conditions or use.

Working/Machining - Generally satisfactory in sawing. Has a moderate blunting effect on cutting edges. Smooth surfaces are obtained in sawing, boring, and turning, but it is difficult to plane, especially cross-grained material.

Assembly - Kabukalli glues and takes nails well.

Finishing - Works easily to finish smoothly. Stains and polishes satisfactorily when filled.

Uses - Kabukalli is a hard, strong, and tough wood. It is considered a good wood for durable heavy building construction, marine construction (in areas not contaminated with teredo), land communications materials, agricultural and industrial uses, and joinery and furniture.

Availability - Available in large quantities from Guyana to meet all likely requirements.