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Iroko Wood

Iroko, also known as African Teak, is a durable African hardwood known for its golden to medium brown color that darkens over time to a richer tone. Naturally resistant to moisture and decay, it machines well and is often used as a teak alternative for outdoor furniture, flooring, and general woodworking projects requiring strength and stability.

Iroko Wood

  • Lumber

  • 4/4 Iroko Lumber

    4/4 Iroko Lumber

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    A great low-cost alternative for Teak! Just like Afrormosia, Iroko is sometimes called African Teak. The heart wood ranges from yellow to a golden ...

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  • Iroko Lumber Pack

    4/4 Iroko Lumber Pack

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    A great low-cost alternative for Teak! Choose from 2 different sizes of our 4/4 Iroko Rough Cut Lumber Packs; 10 Board feet or 20 Board Feet. We wi...

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  • 4/4 Iroko Lumber

    8/4 Iroko Lumber

    $39.95 - $79.50
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    $39.95

    A great low-cost alternative for Teak! Just like Afrormosia, Iroko is sometimes called African Teak. The heart wood ranges from yellow to a golden ...

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    $39.95 - $79.50
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  • Iroko Lumber Pack

    8/4 Iroko Lumber Pack

    $156.50 - $275.10
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    $156.50

    A great low-cost alternative for Teak! Choose from 2 different sizes of our 8/4 Basswood Rough Cut Lumber Packs; 10 Board feet or 20 Board Feet. We...

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  • 4/4 Iroko Lumber - Full Length
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    4/4 Iroko Lumber - Full Length

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    4/4 Iroko Lumber in long lengths Grade: Select & Better Kiln Dried These boards are considered rough stock and may have minor defects such as...

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  • S4S Iroko Lumber

    Online / Pre-Order S4S Iroko Lumber

    $24.95 - $46.95
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    A great low-cost alternative for Teak! Just like Afrormosia, Iroko is sometimes called African Teak. The heart wood ranges from yellow to a golden ...

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    $24.95 - $46.95
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  • S4S Iroko Lumber

    Online / Pre-Order S4S Iroko Lumber - Thick

    $44.95 - $84.50
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    A great low-cost alternative for Teak! Just like Afrormosia, Iroko is sometimes called African Teak. The heart wood ranges from yellow to a golden ...

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    $44.95 - $84.50
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  • Thins

  • Iroko Thin

    Iroko Thin

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    A great low-cost alternative for Teak! Just like Afrormosia, Iroko is sometimes called African Teak. The heart wood ranges from yellow to a golden ...

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  • Turning Blanks

  • Iroko Bowl Blank

    Iroko Bowl Blank

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    Iroko Turning Blank We will provide you with a high quality Iroko bowl blank in the dimensions of your choice. This blank has already been kiln dri...

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Iroko (Milicia excelsa, M. regia)

Pricing:



Moderately Expensive

Hardness:

1260

Janka

Distribution:



Tropical Africa

Availability:



Readily Available

Appearance

The heart wood ranges from yellow to a golden brown with a clearly marked pale yellow sapwood.

Workability

Fairly easy to work with although the interlocked grain can cause tearout during surface preparation operations. There are also deposits of calcium carbonate present sometimes which have a significant dulling effect of tool edges.

Uses

Often used as veneer, flooring, furniture, cabinetry, boatbuilding, and turned items.

Additional Comments

Given the high prices of Genuine Teak, Iroko could be considered a low-cost alternative as it somewhat resembles Teak.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Iroko Wood

What is Iroko wood?

Iroko (Milicia excelsa) is a large West African hardwood often used as an alternative to Teak. It is used for outdoor furniture, boat building, flooring, cabinetry, and garden furniture.

Is Iroko a good substitute for Teak?

Yes. Iroko is used as an alternative to Teak for outdoor and marine applications. It has similar natural durability, weather resistance, and workability to Teak.

How hard is Iroko?

Iroko has a Janka hardness of approximately 1,190 lbf (5,310 N), making it a moderately hard tropical hardwood comparable to Yellow Birch or Red Oak.

What color is Iroko?

Iroko heartwood is a warm medium to dark golden-brown when freshly cut, sometimes with lighter patches. It weathers to a uniform silver-grey outdoors if left unfinished, similar to Teak. When finished with oil, it maintains a warm golden-brown appearance.

Is Iroko rot-resistant?

Yes. Iroko is rated as durable to very durable for rot resistance, it is used for outdoor furniture, gardens, boats, and exterior joinery.

Where does Iroko come from?

Iroko (Milicia excelsa) is native to tropical forests of West and East Africa, growing from Senegal across central Africa to Tanzania.

Is Iroko easy to work with?

Iroko is generally easy to work. It machines, and glues well.

What finish is best for Iroko outdoor furniture?

Penetrating teak oils, exterior-grade Danish oil, and hardwax oils are the best finishes for Iroko outdoor furniture.

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