DOUSSIÈ (lat. Afzelia bipindensis, Fam. Caesalpiniaceae)
Other names: Lingue, Afzelia, Tindalo, Ovala
Source: West- and Central Africa
Wood Color: Golden brown color with reddish tendence, darkening under light influence
Characteristics: Very durable hardwood, more effort for sawing necessary, because of cross grain often difficult working ability
Application: Parquetry for all loads, interior and exterior finishing (windows, doors, furniture etc.) ship building, railcar production, railway sleepers