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SIPO

SIPO

FAMILY: Meliaceae
SCIENTIFIC NAME: Entandrophragma Cylindricum

TREE DESCRIPTION

Sipo trees can grow up to 40-50 meters tall with trunk diameters reaching up to 1.5 meters. The bark is usually grey to dark brown and becomes rough and fissured with age.

WOOD DESCRIPTION

  • Color: The heartwood is reddish-brown to dark brown, while the sapwood is lighter and distinct.
  • Grain: Generally straight, with occasional interlocked grain.
  • Texture: Fine to medium, with a smooth finish.

PROPERTY AND APPLICATION

  • Properties: Sipo wood is known for its durability, resistance to termites, and good workability. It finishes well and has a pleasant appearance.
  • Applications: Commonly used for high-quality furniture, cabinetry, flooring, and boat building. It is also used in interior and exterior joinery.

HOW TO USE IT

  • VERY GOOD
    High-quality furniture and cabinetry.
  • GOOD
    Flooring and decorative applications.
  • USABLE
    Long-term exposure to extreme weather without treatment, although it is relatively durable.
  • NOT GOOD
    Long-term outdoor use without treatment, as it may be susceptible to decay and weathering.

SIPO

FAMILY: Meliaceae
SCIENTIFIC NAME: Entandrophragma Cylindricum

TREE DESCRIPTION

Sipo trees can grow up to 40-50 meters tall with trunk diameters reaching up to 1.5 meters. The bark is usually grey to dark brown and becomes rough and fissured with age.

WOOD DESCRIPTION

  • Color: The heartwood is reddish-brown to dark brown, while the sapwood is lighter and distinct.
  • Grain: Generally straight, with occasional interlocked grain.
  • Texture: Fine to medium, with a smooth finish.

PROPERTY AND APPLICATION

  • Properties: Sipo wood is known for its durability, resistance to termites, and good workability. It finishes well and has a pleasant appearance.
  • Applications: Commonly used for high-quality furniture, cabinetry, flooring, and boat building. It is also used in interior and exterior joinery.

HOW TO USE IT

  • VERY GOOD
    High-quality furniture and cabinetry.
  • GOOD
    Flooring and decorative applications.
  • USABLE
    Long-term exposure to extreme weather without treatment, although it is relatively durable.
  • NOT GOOD
    Long-term outdoor use without treatment, as it may be susceptible to decay and weathering.
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