African Hardwood for Exterior Applications
Species dense enough to resist rot and insects without chemical treatment, rated against EN 350, the European standard for natural wood durability. Decking, cladding, fencing and marine structures, sold with the durability class stated up front, not left for you to look up. Shipping to buyers across Europe, Asia and beyond.
Durable Hardwood For Sale
Product Specification
EN 350 ranks a species’ natural resistance to decay on a five-class scale, Class 1 (very durable, 25+ years in ground contact) down to Class 5 (not durable). Several of our species carry established trade names and ratings in this system, which we’ll state plainly rather than let you guess from a species name alone.
| Common Species | Trade Name | EN 350 Class | Typical Use |
|---|---|---|---|
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Azobé |
Ekki (Bongossi) |
Class 1, Very Durable |
Marine structures, heavy decking |
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Iroko |
Iroko |
Class 1–2, Durable |
Decking, cladding, exterior joinery |
|
Sipo |
Utile |
Class 2, Durable |
Exterior joinery, cladding |
|
Tali |
Tali |
Class 1–2, Durable |
Structural, heavy-use decking |
|
Tali |
60–100cm |
950 kg/m³ |
Structural, heavy flooring |
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For comparison, Ayous (traded as Obeche) rates only Class 4, slightly durable, which is exactly why we position it as an interior species elsewhere in the catalogue rather than for outdoor use. |
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Product Options and Order Terms
Product Options
- Pre-profiled decking boards (grooved or smooth face) on request
- Square-edged construction timber in standard sizes
- Kiln or air-dried depending on the application
- Natural durability only, no chemical treatment applied unless specifically requested
Shipping
- Priced per cubic metre (m³), FOB Douala or CIF destination port
- Full container (FCL) standard, consolidated loads considered by species
- Quote turnaround: typically 3–5 business days
Frequently Asked Questions
Azobé (traded as Ekki) rates EN 350 Class 1, the highest natural durability rating, and is our default recommendation for ground-contact or marine use. Iroko and Tali are close behind and considerably lighter to work with, a reasonable trade-off for most decking and cladding projects.
Yes, grooved or smooth-face profiles are available on request. Tell us the board width and profile you need and we’ll confirm species availability and lead time.
By default, natural durability only, the species listed here don’t need chemical treatment to perform outdoors. If your project specifically requires treated timber, tell us and we’ll confirm whether that’s something we can arrange.