Trade Name : nAvodire n nOrigin : nTropical West Africa n nUses : nMainly as sliced veneer, occasionally rotary-cut; used in furniture production, for paneling, parquet and construction lumber. n nProperties : nThe color is brownish-yellow to a golden brown and darkens in time. Preferred are mottled veneers and flitches with irregular grains, pips and knots for production of veneers with an interesting character. Avodire veneer must always be covered since it is very sensitive to light. n nJointing : nThere are no special requirements for this wood and all the usual commercial adhesives can be used. Nail and screw joints should be pre-drilled to prevent splitting.