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Limbali

Gilbertiodendron preussii · FDA code GIL · High Value Species

Limbali wood grain (tangential face)
Wood — real sample (tangential face)
Tree — photo to be added
Standing tree (photo to be added)

About the wood

The heartwood is golden brown with a somewhat reddish tinge. The wood has a low lustre. Texture is moderately coarse. The grain is straight to somewhat interlocked. It is a hard and heavy wood.

810 kg/m³Heavy (12% MC)
Durable, and moderately resistance to termitesNatural durability
Moderately strongStrength
LargeShrinkage (green→oven-dry)
MediumMovement in service
Straight to interlockedGrain / texture

Typical uses

  • It is reported to serve very well in boat
  • Shipbuilding for which it is recommended
  • Also for construction purposes

Working properties

work with both hand and machine tools, and finishing is easy

Other species in stock

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Technical values are reference figures for the species/genus and may vary by individual log. Wood photo & technical data: The Liberia Tree Species Manual (LibTA / NDF, FDA schedule-one species). Stock subject to SGS inspection and prior sale.