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Freak Etimoe Wood Veneer

Freak Etimoe VeneerThis veneer came from a "freak" etimoe tree. We have seen odd etimoe logs in the past but it is the first time with one having this light to medium brown tone and the darker streaks running along the grain. I've been told that it is often misrepresented as koa through I don't know why since the colors are different. Etimoe is one veneer that doesn't show its true character until a top coat is applied. I think you'll be pleasantly surprised.

Common Name:
  Etimoe - "eti-moe" or "eh-tim-o-ay"
Scientific Name:
  Copaifera salikounda
Family:
  Leguminosae
Color:
  Reddish brown with darker brown accents
Origin:
  Africa: Ghana, Ivory Coast, Guinea, Sierra Leone, and Liberia
Hardness:
  Primarily hard
Texture:
  Semi-smooth texture with colorful grain
Finishing:
  Readily accepts stains and finishes
Did You Know:
  Etimoe was just one step away from being classified as endangered but since 1998, steps have been taken to reduce logging and increase planting of this species in many parts of Africa. Luckily, etimoe numbers are on the rise according to a recent study of rain forest woods. This is largely due to a rise in the prices of this species in the timber trade.


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Tip from Joe

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Rendering variations on some computer monitors can cause our pictures to appear different from the actual veneer.