Veneer Plywood (Zingana, Zebrawood, Zebrano)

We are well known brand for Supplying Veneer Plywood (Zingana, Zebrawood, Zebrano) in Douala, Littoral, Cameroon.

Common Names
Zingana, Zebrawood, Zebrano
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Scientific Name
Microberlinia brazzavillensis
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Family
Fabaceae-Caesalpinioideae


Description
The heartwood is a light golden-yellow with narrow veining streaks of dark brown to almost black, giving the quartered surfaces a zebra-stripe appearance. The grain is interlocked or wavy and produces alternating hard and soft grained material which makes the timber difficult to work. Zebrano has a coarse texture and a lustrous surface. Has an unpleasant odor that disappears after drying.

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Density
(H=12%): 0,79

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Treatability
Not permeable

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Seasoning
Difficult to season without warping, should be quarter swan to minimize degrade.



Stability
Moderately stable in service

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Durability
Heartwood is durable and resistant to termite attack.

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Workability
Although Zebrano works fairly readily with hand or machine tools, it is very difficult to get a good finish from machines due to the alternative nature of the grain. A belt sander will provide a smooth finish. Gluing is satisfactory with care and it finishes well once filled.

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End-Uses
Sliced veneer

Cabinetwork (high class furniture)

Current furniture or furniture components

Interior panelling



Turned goods

Fiber or particle boards

Tool handles (resilient woods)

Glued laminated