What is Ekki?
Also known as Lophira Alata, Eba or Azobe, Ekki is a hardwood sourced from forests in West Africa. It is well-known for its strength as well as how dense it is, making it a hard-wearing, robust option for outdoor decking projects across industries.
In terms of colour, the heartwood is usually a very deep, dark red or a rich chocolate brown, with purple streaks highlighting the timber. It can often have white deposits, along with an interlocked grain which gives it a rustic appearance. The pale pink sapwood contrasts beautifully with the dark heartwood.
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