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Wood species guide · Imported specialty hardwood
Etimoe 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 nameCopaifera spp.
Janka hardness1,660 lbf
Average dried weight47 lb/ft³
Best fitTurned objects
Overview
Why choose Etimoe?
Etimoe is an imported specialty hardwood. Its natural range is West and Central Africa. Common uses include turned objects, flooring, furniture, plywood and veneer.
Scientific nameCopaifera spp.
DistributionWest and Central Africa
ShrinkageRadial: 5.0%, Tangential: 8.2%, Volumetric: 13.5%, T/R Ratio: 1.6
DurabilityThe wood is rated durable to moderately durable.
Etimoe colour, grain, and figure
Heartwood is reddish brown and may show darker streaks. The sapwood is pale yellow.
The grain is typically straight or slightly interlocked. The texture is fine to medium with good natural luster.
Working notes
Etimoe is generally easy to work by hand or machine, but resin in the wood can gum up and clog tools. Turning, gluing and finishing all go well.
Apart from the usual hazards of wood dust, no other health effects are known for Etimoe.
Etimoe should be sold by project fit: colour, workability, durability, and the format the customer actually needs.
Best uses for Etimoe
Best projects
Common uses include turned objects, flooring, furniture, plywood and veneer.
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 Etimoe 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.
Etimoe FAQ
What is Etimoe best used for?
Common uses include turned objects, flooring, furniture, plywood and veneer. Match it to the exact board format, colour, hardness, and finish plan before buying.
Is Etimoe 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 Etimoe?
The buying section on this page links to any Etimoe 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.