Ayous
This African hardwood is soft and light, but has a good strength and is an incredibly shaping friendly species. Ayous/Abachi is light lemon yellow with a silky glow, the color can be darkened over years.
Ayous/Abachihas a wide range of possible applications, among others moldings, sauna, furniture, joinery and carvings. Ayous/Abachi does not taint, therefore it can be used for packaging in the food industry.
Ayous |
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| Botanical name | Triplochiton scleroxylon |
| Origin | West Africa |
| Weight | About 400 kg/m3 |
| Shrinkage | 9,5 |
| Modulus of elasticity | 5.59 GPa |
| Bending strength | 560 |
| Modulus of rupture | 30.0 MPa |
| Janka hardness | 270 |
| Moisture content | 8 – 12 % |
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