Trade Name : nAfrormosia, Kokrodua, Assamela, Gold Teak n nOrigin : nWest Africa, between the Congo and the Ivory Coast. n nUses : nAs veneer for inferior purposes. Not used in Central Europe as face veneer. Serves as substitute for Teak in furniture making and used in the USA for interior boat fixtures and fittings n nProperties : nSimilar to Oak, moist wood stains when coming into contact with ferrous metals n nJointing : nBecause of its application, water-proof glues are always used, causing no problem. Screw and nail joints must be pre-drilled