Avodiré
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Description
A hard, pale yellow wood from the tree, Turraeanthus africana, native to tropical western Africa. Avodiré darkens to a golden yellow on exposure. The wood does not have distinct growth rings but does have distinct fine pores. The tough, hard timber has a straight to slightly wavy and interlocking grain with a smooth Mahogany-like texture that polishes to a satiny surface. Avodiré is used for plywood, furniture, veneer, and decorative work.
Synonyms and Related Terms
Turraeanthus africana; avodiré (Fr.); avodire; African satinwood; apaya; lusamba
Physical and Chemical Properties
Light colored. Rings: obscure. Pores: diffuse. Rays: obscure. Grain: faint. Tough
| Density | 34 ppcf |
|---|---|
| Molecular Weight | specific gravity = 0.55 |
Resources and Citations
- Ralph Mayer, A Dictionary of Art Terms and Techniques, Harper and Row Publishers, New York, 1969 (also 1945 printing)
- Random House, Webster's Encyclopedic Unabridged Dictionary of the English Language, Grammercy Book, New York, 1997
- H.L.Edlin, What Wood is That?, Viking Press, New York, 1969
- Gordon Hanlon, contributed information, 1998