Lumber
Doussié lumber
Doussié (afzelia) is a very durable and very stable African hardwood that darkens from honey to red-brown. It is a long-lasting choice for flooring, stairs, exterior joinery and boat decks.
| Typical thickness | 50 · 80 · 100 mm |
|---|---|
| Botanical name | Afzelia spp. (A. africana, A. bipindensis, A. pachyloba) |
| Origin | West, Central and East Africa |
| Other names | Afzelia, Papao, Lingué |
| Density (12% MC) | ≈ 800 kg/m³ |
| Natural durability (fungi) | Class 1 (very durable) |
| CITES | Appendix II (documented trade) |
Grades and forms
What is doussié?
Doussié is the trade name of Afzelia species from West, Central and East Africa, also sold as afzelia and papao. The African Afzelia species are listed in CITES Appendix II, so they are imported and traded with CITES documents.
Characteristics
Freshly cut heartwood is a yellowish honey colour that darkens to red-brown in light; the sapwood is clearly lighter. It has a coarse texture and a straight to slightly interlocked grain, at about 800 kg/m³. Its key quality is stability: once dry it moves very little with changes in humidity, which makes it a safe choice for large floors and joinery.
Durability
Very durable against fungi (class 1) and durable against termites and insects; long-lasting outdoors and near water.
Where is it used?
- Solid and industrial flooring
- Interior stair treads and handrails
- Windows, doors and exterior joinery
- Boat decks and ribs
- Bridges, exterior cladding and fine furniture
Price and availability
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