Makore

Specs

Common Names

Makore

Scientific Name

Tieghemella heckelii

Origin

West Africa

Appearance

Makore heartwood ranges from pinkish-red to reddish-brown with a golden luster. The wood has a straight to interlocked grain with a fine to medium texture.

Avg. Dried Weight

48-56 lbs/ft3 (770-900 kg/m3)

Janka Hardness

1560 lbf

Modulus of Rupture

18,760 lbf/in2 (129.5 MPa)

Elastic Modulus

1,670,000 lbf/in2 (11.5 GPa)

Crushing Strength

9,500 lbf/in2 (65.5 MPa)

Shrinkage

Radial: 4.2%, Tangential: 7.8%, Volumetric: 12.0%, T/R Ratio: 1.9

Durability

Rated as durable to very durable; resistant to decay and insect attacks.

Workability

Makore wood is generally easy to work with both hand and machine tools. It has good nailing and screwing properties, but pre-drilling is recommended. It finishes well and can be polished to a smooth surface. The wood has good stability and is resistant to warping.