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Wood species guide · Imported specialty hardwood
Amoora is best understood by how it looks, how it works, and where it should be used. This guide explains the practical buying details before sending you to the right Kingma products.
Scientific nameAglaia spectabilis (syn.
Janka hardness1,280 lbf
Average dried weight41.0 lb/ft³
Best fitOther turned objects
Overview
Why choose Amoora?
Amoora is an imported specialty hardwood. Grows across Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands. Common uses include other turned objects, tool handles, gunstocks, boatbuilding, veneer, cabinetry, furniture and interior construction.
Scientific nameAglaia spectabilis (syn.
DistributionGrows across Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands
ShrinkageRadial: 5.0%, Tangential: 7.8%, Volumetric: 13.0%, T/R Ratio: 1.6 More images | Identification
DurabilityDurability depends on the Aglaia species and how the tree grew, but it is generally moderate to good.
Amoora colour, grain, and figure
The colour runs from pale brown to a deeper reddish brown, and it is often tied to density, with heavier boards usually darker.
The grain is typically interlocked, and quartersawn faces can show a ribbon-stripe figure. Texture is fine and even, with a moderate natural shine.
Working notes
Amoora cuts easily by hand or machine. It turns cleanly and takes stain, glue and finish well.
Serious reactions are uncommon, but Aglaia woods have caused irritation of the skin and airways.
Amoora should be sold by project fit: colour, workability, durability, and the format the customer actually needs.
Best uses for Amoora
Best projects
Common uses include other turned objects, tool handles, gunstocks, boatbuilding, veneer, cabinetry, furniture and interior construction.
Use caution
Avoid specifying it by name alone; confirm board size, moisture, colour, figure, and the project environment before buying.
Finish strategy
Test finishes on offcuts first, especially when colour, blotching, outdoor exposure, or grain filling matters.
Buying note
Choose boards, slabs, plywood, blanks, or posts based on the project rather than species name alone.
Shop path
Buying Amoora from Kingma
Start with the direct species match when Kingma sells it. If stock rotates, use the closest live collection or a clearly explained alternative.
Live edge slabs
Use when the customer cares more about slab format and visual impact than this exact species.
View optionSimilar woods and alternatives
If Kingma does not have an exact match online, use the buying links below as practical alternatives only when the colour, grain, hardness, or project environment makes sense.
Amoora FAQ
What is Amoora best used for?
Common uses include other turned objects, tool handles, gunstocks, boatbuilding, veneer, cabinetry, furniture and interior construction. Match it to the exact board format, colour, hardness, and finish plan before buying.
Is Amoora beginner friendly?
It depends on density, grain direction, and tooling. Test cuts on offcuts first, and choose Maple, Cherry, Walnut, or Poplar when easier machining is the priority.
Does Kingma sell Amoora?
The buying section on this page links to any Amoora Kingma has in stock and to the closest alternatives. Stock changes often, so call (780) 229-7681 or visit the yard at 4607 91 Ave NW, Edmonton to check what is in today.