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Idigbo v. Spruce cladding


Nicb
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Hi, my local timber merchant has quoted me to mill some 9mm thick 95mm wide PTGVG cladding out of Idigbo timber. It works out about 50% dearer than off the shelf DIY superstore spruce T&G V Groove same size.

I'm drawn to the Idigbo timber as it has less knots and looks nicer. ........ BUT!......

I don't know much about it (Idigbo), Google says it's moderately heavy and not structural strong which is not really a problem <it's to be fitted in a motorhome as a ceiling (roof lining).>

Any thoughts have I missed something important?

Thanks in anticipation 

Nick

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I have made external windows and doors plus a staircase in Idigbo. All have been fine. it is fairly soft by hardwood standards but quite a durable external timber. Think it's high in tannins so will react with steel fixing causing staining. It's the most stable wood I have ever used.

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