- Uniform texture, accentuated by darker streaks that add depth.
- When weathering, Iroko wood develops a beautiful, even gray color.
Iroko wood
Iroko is a durable hardwood species originating from tropical West Africa. The wood has a warm, buttery yellow to rich brown color that gradually weathers to an attractive, even gray when used outdoors.
Iroko in short
🌍 West Africa
🏠 Interior and exterior
🛒 Facade, ceiling, roof, decking, fencing, posts and garden wood
💰 From €100 to €140 per m² excl. VAT
🎨 Warm buttery yellow to rich brown
🔥 Class D / B
➕ Durability class 1
➖ Nervous grain
Iroko products
The characteristics of Iroko wood
Natural durability
- Durability class 1, resulting in a lifespan of 25+ years without treatment.
- Natural resistance to fungi and insects, minimizing maintenance costs.
Very stable
Luxe uitstraling
- Warm, tropical appearance with a luxurious character.
- Minimal distortion.
- Easy to work with and fasten.
Disadvantages
- Iroko can be somewhat unstable (there is a possibility of movement).
- Avoid long lengths or very narrow sections to reduce the risk of warping.
Specifications
- Thicknesses: from 15 mm to 205 mm
- Lengths: up to 5850 mm
- Widths: from 80 mm to 310 mm
Treatment
- Can be used untreated. Weathers to a beautiful, even gray color.
- Various treatments are available to preserve the brown color, such as an exterior oil, which maintains the natural appearance of the wood. The grain remains visible and it is easy to apply. The wood can also be treated with a stain.
- Impregnation: An alternative method to prevent wood from graying is pressure impregnation.
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