Product Parameters
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Description |
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Wood Name: |
Okoume, Okume, Okoumé |
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Botanic Name: |
Aucoumea klaineana Pierre |
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Origin: |
Republic of Congo |
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Thickness: |
0.2 – 1.5 mm |
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Size: |
4'x8', 4'x6', 3'x7', 3'x6', 5'x8', 6'x8', 6'x9', 4'x10', 5'x10', customized |
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Grain: |
Long Grain, Cross Grain / Short Grain |
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Density: |
0.45 |
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Grade: |
A/B/C/D/E |
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Grading Rule: |
IHPA standards |
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Certification: |
BV DDS |
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Application: |
Panels (Plywood, MDF, blockboard, etc.), furniture, doors |
What is Natural Wood Veneer Okoume Rotary Cut
Natural Wood Veneer Okoume Rotary Cut, also known as Gabon veneer, is a hardwood veneer used primarily for furniture veneer and plywood. Okoume veneer has a straight, shallowly staggered, sometimes wavy grain with a medium grain. Peeling produces a veneer with a wide grain pattern, without a flat sliced or quartered appearance. This process produces the most peeled veneer per log and is generally less expensive than sliced veneer.
Advantages of Natural Wood Veneer Okoume Rotary Cut
Strong and durable: The density of the wood is high, not easy to deform, so the furniture made has a strong durability and can be used for a long time without cracking or deformation.
Beautiful appearance: The texture of the wood is clear, the color is medium deep, and the wood texture is excellent.
Easy to work: The material is fine, easy to work and carve, you can make furniture according to individual needs.
Higher stability: Natural Wood Veneer Okoume Rotary Cut has higher stability, even if it encounters environmental changes such as humidity or high temperature, it will not easily cause cracking and deformation, easy to fit, not glare, flat Straight, no special flavor.
Environmental protection: Low formaldehyde release.
Types of Natural Wood Veneer Okoume Rotary Cut
Other varieties of Natural Wood Veneer Okoume Rotary Cut include laid up veneer, backed wood veneer and laminated veneer. Laid up veneer is a piece of wood made by sandwiching several pieces of veneer. They are much more customizable than solid wood because they are customizable to the exact design, size and shape that your customer may want. Backed wood veneer has a backing made out of a stable material and is often used for furniture and wall panelling because it can be much more resistant to warping than solid wood. Laminated veneer offers flexibility and is usually made from species that grow fast.
Applications of Natural Wood Veneer Okoume Rotary Cut
Natural Wood Veneer Okoume Rotary Cut is a popular choice for woodworkers due to its affordability, attractive appearance, and versatility. Common Applications of Natural Wood Veneer Okoume Rotary Cut:
Furniture: Tabletops, cabinets, dressers, and other high-quality furniture pieces.
Plywood: Natural Wood Veneer Okoume Rotary Cut is also used in the manufacture of quality utility plywoods, such as marine plywood or as a face option for light weight plywood, Top layer for plywood, enhancing its strength, durability, and aesthetics.and is also used as a low cost balancer where a veneered panel only requires one decorative face veneer.
Decorative Paneling: Wall and ceiling paneling, creating a beautiful and unique focal point.
Musical Instruments: Guitars, violins, and other instruments due to its lightweight and strong properties.
Boat Building: Construction of boats and marine crafts due to its water and rot resistance.
Doors: Decorative doors for residential and commercial buildings.
How to Choose Natural Wood Veneer Okoume Rotary Cut
In the wood industry, Natural Wood Veneer Okoume Rotary Cut is divided into different grades due to its unique texture and aesthetics. The main grade lassifications include A, B, C, D, and small patches. These grades are mainly based on several key characteristics of the veneer.
1. First, color is an important factor in assessing the grade. Veneers with bright and uniform colors are generally considered to be higher grade.
2. Secondly, the fineness of the wood and the clarity of the texture are also criteria for judgment. High-quality Natural Wood Veneer Okoume Rotary Cut has fine wood and smooth texture. The presence or absence of insect eyes and their number directly affect the grade of the veneer. Veneers with fewer or no insect eyes are more popular.
3. Finally, color difference, that is, the uniformity of the veneer color, is also part of the grade consideration. Scars and small fresh knots, that is, natural defects on the surface of the wood, may be regarded as a unique charm if the number is moderate and does not affect the overall beauty, but if there are too many, the grade will be reduced accordingly.
In general, the evaluation of the grade of Natural Wood Veneer Okoume Rotary Cut is a comprehensive process involving multiple aspects such as appearance, texture and natural defects. In actual transactions, these factors will affect the pricing and application range of veneer.













