Tigerwood

Lovea (Lovea klaineana)

Description

A yellow wood with dark stripes obtained from the Lavoa klaineana trees native to Africa. Tigerwood has a naturally glossy surface with a fine uniform texture. It is used for furniture, veneer, gunstocks, inlay, billiard tables, and cabinets.

Synonyms and Related Terms

Lavoa klaineana; African walnut; Nigerian walnut, amonilla, Benin walnut

Physical and Chemical Properties

• Density = 30-40 ppcf

Resources and Citations

• Ralph Mayer, A Dictionary of Art Terms and Techniques, Harper and Row Publishers, New York, 1969 (also 1945 printing)

• F. H. Titmuss, Commercial Timbers of the World, The Technical Press Ltd., London, 1965