Makore
Other Common Names: African Cherry
Botanical Name: Tieghemella heckelii
Source Region: Western and Central Africa
Common Uses: Veneers, plywood, furniture, musical instruments, cabinetry and flooring
Interior Application: Yes
Exterior Application: No
Working Properties:
Fine texture with closed pores, it turns well and is easy to glue and finish.
Numeric Values:
Specific Gravity: 0.69
Janka Hardness: 1,100
Weight: 3.9 lbs/BF
Product Specification
Grades: Select & Better
Thickness: 4/4 - 8/4
Grain Sorts: Flat Sawn, Quarter Sawn, and Mixed
Widths: 4" and wider
Truck Loadablity: 12,000 BF
Lengths: 6' and longer