Shedua - Rough wood

Shedua

Botanical Name: Guibourtia ehie
Other Name: Ovangkol, Amazique, Amazoue, Mozambique
Origin: Tropical west Africa
Density: 0.67
Color: Varying shades of yellowish to reddish brown with darker brown, gray, or black stripes. Moderately wide sapwood is a pale yellow, clearly demarcated from heartwood.
Uses: Veneer, furniture, cabinetry, turned objects, musical instruments, and flooring.

Shedua is an exotic wood originating from West Africa, primarily from Ghana and Ivory Coast. It is also known as Ovangkol. Shedua is valued for its distinctive colour and grain. It typically has a golden to brown colour, sometimes with darker tones or black veins. The grain can vary, ranging from a straight and regular pattern to a wavy or mottled one. It is a dense and durable wood, often used in the crafting of furniture, flooring, musical instruments, and other artisanal projects. Its unique appearance makes it a popular choice for those seeking wood with interesting aesthetics.