A simple way is to look at the diagonal sides of the cabinet. One characteristic of chicken wing wood boards is that if there is a pattern on one side, there will be absolutely no pattern on the other side. If there are patterns on both sides of the right-angled surface of the column, it is 100% suspicious. The wood of chicken wing wood is sometimes white and black, and some are yellow or purple in color. The wood grain of the slant sawn wood is in the shape of fine flower clouds, which resembles chicken wings. Especially in the longitudinal section, the wood grain is slender and floating, with endless changes, naturally forming patterns of landscapes and figures.
Chicken wing wood:
1. Introduction:
Distributed in subtropical areas around the world, mainly produced in Southeast Asia and South America, because it has a texture similar to "chicken wings" name. The texture is interlaced and clear, and the color is abrupt. It is a relatively beautiful wood among mahogany, has a slight aroma, and the growth rings are not obvious.
2. Place of origin:
There are three kinds of chicken wing wood:
1. White flower Yadou wood, mainly produced in Myanmar and Thailand. 2. Iron knife wood, mainly produced in South Asia and Southeast Asia, Yunnan, Fujian, Guangdong, and Guangxi in China. 3. Stuya bean wood, African chicken wing wood, originates in Africa.
3. Usage
Suitable for high-end furniture, thin wood cutting, interior decoration, flooring, joinery, sports equipment, carving, etc.
4. Characteristics
Some of the chicken wing wood is white and black, and some are yellow and purple in color. The slant sawn wood grain is in the shape of fine flower clouds, which resembles chicken wings. Especially in the longitudinal section, the wood grain is slender and floating, with endless changes, naturally forming patterns of landscapes and figures. The output of chicken wing wood is less than that of rosewood, rosewood and other woods, and the wood texture is unique. Therefore, it is cherished by the world for its small quantity and beautiful and gorgeous charm
5. Identification
First of all, go to the building materials market to look at the African chicken wing wood flooring and feel the exaggerated and thick African chicken wing pattern, as well as the material color and wood. Then look at the furniture. African wenge wood has large materials and can be used to make large and sturdy furniture. Burmese wenge wood has less large materials, so it is mostly used to make sofas, Ming-style furniture, etc. African wenge wood is relatively brittle and does not appear on the finished product. There will be more delicate carvings. Secondly, in terms of price, the price difference between African wenge wood logs and Burmese wenge wood logs is more than double. In terms of yield rate, Burmese chicken wing wood is about 25%-30% less than African chicken wing wood. After the finished product is made, the price of Burmese chicken wing wood will of course be more expensive. It is especially important that if you purchase chicken wing wood products, be sure to ask the manufacturer to indicate the standard name of the chicken wing wood used in the contract as a basis. The picture on the lower right is a partial picture of African chicken wing wood. The texture is very rough, not oily, and the wood has no fragrance. The picture on the lower right is a partial picture of Burmese chicken wing wood. The texture is relatively delicate, and the wood has a faint medicinal smell.
6. Purchasing Tips
When consumers purchase wenge wood, they must first ask about the place of origin, because there is a big difference between African wenge wood and Burmese wenge wood.
The second step is to observe the wood grain. Observe whether the most conspicuous part of the furniture is a whole piece of wood and whether it has complete grain. If there are traces of patchwork and it is not a whole piece of wood, you should also pay attention to the wood grain. Is it symmetrical?
The last step is to see whether the workmanship is fine. Post-maintenance is very important.