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Wood species guide · Imported specialty hardwood
Kospio 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 nameEntandrophragma candollei
Janka hardness1,130 lbf
Average dried weight42.5 lb/ft³
Best fitExterior joinery
Overview
Why choose Kospio?
Kospio is an imported specialty hardwood. Grows in West Africa, reaching south into Angola. Common uses include exterior joinery, interior, furniture, cabinetry, boatbuilding, plywood and veneer.
Scientific nameEntandrophragma candollei
DistributionGrows in West Africa, reaching south into Angola
ShrinkageRadial: 4.6%, Tangential: 6.6%, Volumetric: 11.3%, T/R Ratio: 1.4 More images | Identification
DurabilityDecay resistance is moderate.
Kospio colour, grain, and figure
The heartwood is golden to a deep reddish brown and tends to darken as it ages.
Straight to slightly interlocked grain, which can give a moderate striped look. Texture is even, medium to coarse, with a good natural shine.
Working notes
Kosipo differs from other Entandrophragma species in that it can hold up to 0.5% silica.
Serious reactions are uncommon, but kosipo has caused reports of eye and skin irritation.
Kospio should be sold by project fit: colour, workability, durability, and the format the customer actually needs.
Best uses for Kospio
Best projects
Common uses include exterior joinery, interior, furniture, cabinetry, boatbuilding, 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 Kospio 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.
Kospio FAQ
What is Kospio best used for?
Common uses include exterior joinery, interior, furniture, cabinetry, boatbuilding, plywood and veneer. Match it to the exact board format, colour, hardness, and finish plan before buying.
Is Kospio 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 Kospio?
The buying section on this page links to any Kospio 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.