Agathis
Agathis is arguably one of the world’s finest quality woods. And has been a highly valued commercial timber for many years. Producing large wide boards free of defect, uniform in colour and free of tainting chemicals. Both the heartwood and sapwood are well known and highly appreciated in the timber industry.
Due to the timber’s excellent working properties, ease of drying, pale uniform color and very fine and even texture, it is suitable for a wide range of uses including specialty applications. In New Zealand it has always been a popular and traditional timber for boat building including, masts, spars, oars, planking and decking due to its high degree of stability. It is also used for furniture, paneling, sarking, moldings, cabinet work and turnery.
Botanical Name:
Agathis spp. Incl
Standard Trade Names:
Agathis
Kauri
Kauri
Other Names:
Dakua Makadre
Origin of Product:
Papua New Guinea
Grade:
Select & Better is a grade that allow a mix of clear boards and predominantly clears boards that may contain minor defects.
Stocked:
Yes
Availability:
Available ex-stock in kiln dried sizes from 75 to 300mm wide and 25, 40 and 50mm thicknesses.
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