Collection: Aformosia

Aformosia Hardwood Planks

Aformosia (Pericopsis elata) is a highly sought-after West African hardwood, often referred to as African Teak due to its remarkable similarity to Burmese Teak in appearance and durability. With its warm golden-yellow to brown tones and fine, straight grain, Aformosia is a premium choice for high-end joinery, boat building, and furniture making.

Key Characteristics

• Colour: Golden-yellow to medium brown, darkening with age
• Grain: Straight to interlocked with a fine, even texture
• Hardness: Very hard and dense — highly durable
• Workability: Good — works well with hand and machine tools

Common Uses

• High-end furniture and cabinetry
• Boat building and marine joinery
• Flooring and decking
• Architectural joinery and window frames

Our Aformosia planks are carefully selected for quality and consistency. Shop with confidence at The Wood Room — your trusted UK hardwood supplier.