Okan Timber – African Sawn Timber

Okan Timber – African Sawn Timber

Okan Timber Okan is a Leguminosae (Mimoseae) family wood which originates from topical West Africa. The high density, durability and interlocked grain structure of Okan make it suitable for hydraulic constructions, like sheet pilings, stables, bridges, etc.

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Okan, also known by its botanical name Cylicodiscus gabunensis, is an African timber, renowned for its versatility and strength. Newly sawn Okan has a yellow to golden yellow colour, with dark green to olive green shade, that darkens to a red brown hue when exposed to the elements, often with a coppery glow. The distinct growth rings are visible on the crosscut surface, with the 50-75 mm thick sapwood being light pink and easy to distinguish. Despite having an unpleasant smell when first cut, this scent dissipates after drying. The wood structure is interlocked and the texture is medium coarse.

Okan Timber production

Okan wood is a popular choice for a variety of uses, including construction, decking, and marine applications. If sustainably sourced and legally obtained, you may be able to find a supplier of Okan in your area.

Okan Timber Material Type: Hardwood

Also Called: Okan, Edum, Denya, Adoum, Bouemon, Bokoka, African Greenheart, Imbeli-Deli, Adada, Olisan, Olosan, Owese, Anyan

Durability Notes: The heartwood of Okan is reported to have high natural resistance to attack by decay fungi and termites. Sapwood is not durable and is reported to be readily attacked by powder-post beetle. The wood is reported to resist attack by marine-borers. Overall moderately durable.

Properties: Okan wood is not easy to machine and the wood causes a blunting effect of the tools. Pre-drilling is necessary. The gluing is challenging and finishing is possible. It dries very slowly, with risks of cracking and surface movement.

Okan wood Typical Uses: Furniture, Cabinets, Flooring, Doors, Decks, Stairs, Moldings, Railings.

Moisture Content:
Guide – 12-18% for KD

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