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Wood species guide · Imported specialty hardwood
Machiche 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 nameLonchocarpus spp.
Janka hardness2,700 lbf
Average dried weight55 lb/ft³
Best fitFlooring
Overview
Why choose Machiche?
Machiche is an imported specialty hardwood. Its natural range is All across tropical America. Common uses include flooring, furniture, decking and, within its natural range, heavy construction.
Scientific nameLonchocarpus spp.
DistributionAll across tropical America
ShrinkageRadial: 3.9%, Tangential: 8.2%, Volumetric: 13.0%, T/R Ratio: 2.1
DurabilityDurability differs by species, but machiche is generally regarded as very durable and insect resistant.
Machiche colour, grain, and figure
The heartwood goes from light brown to a deeper reddish brown. Thin pale lines, caused by wide parenchyma bands in the wood structure, form a pattern a bit like Padauk.
Straight, irregular or interlocked grain can all occur, and the texture is coarse.
Working notes
High density notwithstanding, it is normally easy to work. Interlocked or irregular grain always calls for care against tearout, but machining generally goes well.
Severe reactions seldom occur, but skin irritation has been reported from Machiche.
Machiche should be sold by project fit: colour, workability, durability, and the format the customer actually needs.
Best uses for Machiche
Best projects
Common uses include flooring, furniture, decking and, within its natural range, heavy 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 Machiche 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.
Machiche FAQ
What is Machiche best used for?
Common uses include flooring, furniture, decking and, within its natural range, heavy construction. Match it to the exact board format, colour, hardness, and finish plan before buying.
Is Machiche 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 Machiche?
The buying section on this page links to any Machiche 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.