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TIAMA

TIAMA

FAMILY: Moraceae
SCIENTIFIC NAME: Milicia Excelsa

TREE DESCRIPTION

Tiama trees can grow up to 30-50 meters in height, with trunk diameters reaching up to 1.5 meters. The bark is typically grey or brown and may have a slightly rough texture.

WOOD DESCRIPTION

  • Color: Heartwood is golden to medium brown, while the sapwood is lighter and distinct.
  • Grain: Generally straight but can be interlocked.
  •  Texture: Medium to coarse with a lustrous finish

PROPERTY AND APPLICATION

  • Properties: Tiama wood is known for its durability and resistance to insects and decay. It has good workability, though interlocked grain may complicate some machining. It finishes well and retains its appearance over time.
  • Applications: Commonly used in furniture, flooring, cabinetry, boat building, and interior joinery.

HOW TO USE IT

  • VERY GOOD
    Furniture, flooring, boat building.
  • GOOD
    Cabinetry, interior joinery.
  • USABLE
    Exterior applications with appropriate treatment.
  • NOT GOOD
    Heavy construction or structural applications due to moderate strength.

TIAMA

FAMILY: Moraceae
SCIENTIFIC NAME: Milicia Excelsa

TREE DESCRIPTION

Tiama trees can grow up to 30-50 meters in height, with trunk diameters reaching up to 1.5 meters. The bark is typically grey or brown and may have a slightly rough texture.

WOOD DESCRIPTION

  • Color: Heartwood is golden to medium brown, while the sapwood is lighter and distinct.
  • Grain: Generally straight but can be interlocked.
  •  Texture: Medium to coarse with a lustrous finish

PROPERTY AND APPLICATION

  • Properties: Tiama wood is known for its durability and resistance to insects and decay. It has good workability, though interlocked grain may complicate some machining. It finishes well and retains its appearance over time.
  • Applications: Commonly used in furniture, flooring, cabinetry, boat building, and interior joinery.

HOW TO USE IT

  • VERY GOOD
    Furniture, flooring, boat building.
  • GOOD
    Cabinetry, interior joinery.
  • USABLE
    Exterior applications with appropriate treatment.
  • NOT GOOD
    Heavy construction or structural applications due to moderate strength.

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