Our Mission:
To supply first quality African Hardwoods from Mozambique.
Our Vision:
To guarantee the sustainability of our forest resources in Mozambique.
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Kiaat

Kiaat
Scientific Name Pterocarpus Angolensis
Family Leguminosae
Other names: Umbila, Mebila, Muninga
Distribution: Tanzania, Zambia, Mozambique, Zimbabwe and South Africa
The wood: Heartwood highly variable, pale uniform brown, golden brown, chocolate brown, brick red or purplish brown with darker or redder streaks; sapwood pale gray or yellowish, clearly defined. Texture medium to coarse; grain straight to interlocked
Seasoning: Dries very well but slowly, no warping and no tendency to split
Workability: Works well with hand and machine tools
Uses: It is used for boatbuilding, furniture, fine joinery, flooring and decorative veneer

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