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Makore
Red Timber Species
Species Name: Makore
Botanical name(s):
Size and location information: Very large tree widely sought after for it's timber and veneer for
high quality purposes. It's colour and grain looks similar to Nyotah. Grows on the central west coast of
Africa, around Ghana and Nigeria.
Description: Physical
Makore is a very hard and durable timber. Consisting of medium weight and possesses good shock
resistance
Colour
The heartwood colour varies from pink-red to blood-red and red-brown.
Pattern
The pattern is similar to Nyatoh quite often straight with some wavy grain. Many logs are heavily
figured.
Density: Dry: 620kg/m3
Janka Hardness Rating:
Shrinkage:
Durability: In ground: Class 2 Above ground: Class 1
Lyctids Susceptibility:
Termite Resistance (AS3660):
Strength Group:
Fire Hazard properties:
Workability
Can be hard to work because of the presence of silica. Very good finish once timber has been
machined. Stains and polishes extremely well.
Uses:
Makore can be used in furniture cabinets, turning, high class joinery, it can also be used in boat
building and laboratory benches.
Availability:
Limited imports.
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