Makore, Block, Mottle QC

Distribution: West tropical Africa
Tree Size: 100-130 ft (30-40 m) tall, 3-5 ft (1-1.5 m) trunk diameter
Janka Hardness: 910 lbf (4,040 N)

Specie Details

Common Names

Makore

Scientific Name

Tieghemella heckelii, Tieghemella africana

Grain/Texture

Makore has a fine texture with closed pores. It also tends to have a natural luster and shine from its high silica content. The grain can be straight, interlocked, or wavy.

Color/Appearance

Pink or reddish brown, commonly with a mottled or wavy grain pattern. Figured grain patterns are commonly seen in Makore, and include: mottled, curly, wavy, and moire.