Wood Products from Cameroon United Forest Group (CUF Group)

Welcome to the Cameroon United Forest Group (CUF Group) Wood Products page, your premier destination for an unparalleled selection of premium timber. At CUF Group, we pride ourselves on sourcing, processing, and supplying some of the finest wood species from the rich, biodiverse forests of Cameroon. Our commitment to sustainable forestry, cutting-edge processing, and rigorous quality control ensures that every product we offer is of the highest standard, ready to bring your visions to life.

With decades of experience and a deep understanding of timber, we confidently state that we have the best wood products – meticulously prepared to meet the exacting demands of craftsmen, designers, builders, and manufacturers worldwide. Explore our diverse range of wood species, each possessing unique characteristics and a multitude of applications.

Our Premium Wood Species: Uniqueness and Uses

Here’s a look at some of the exceptional wood species we deal with, highlighting their distinct qualities and common applications:

1. Padauk (Pterocarpus soyauxii)

• Uniqueness: Famous for its stunning, vibrant reddish-orange color when freshly cut, which deepens to a rich reddish-brown over time. It has a coarse, open grain and a natural luster. Highly durable and resistant to rot and insects.
• Uses: High-end furniture, decorative veneers, musical instruments (especially guitar backs and sides, marimbas), flooring accents, turning, carving, and specialty items.

2. Okan (Cylicodiscus gabunensis)

• Uniqueness: An extremely dense and durable hardwood with a yellowish-brown to reddish-brown heartwood, often with a striped figure. Known for its exceptional strength and resistance to decay, insects, and marine borers.
• Uses: Heavy construction, marine applications (docking, piling), bridge building, industrial flooring, railway sleepers, and outdoor structures where extreme durability is required.

3. Iroko (Milicia excelsa)

• Uniqueness: Often considered a sustainable alternative to Teak, Iroko has a golden-brown to darker brown color that darkens with age. It’s highly durable, stable, and resistant to rot and insects due to its natural oils.
• Uses: Outdoor furniture, boatbuilding, decking, flooring, veneer, interior and exterior joinery, turning, and general construction.

4. Bilinga (Nauclea diderrichii)

• Uniqueness: A golden-yellow to orange-brown wood that turns darker upon exposure. It is very hard, heavy, and extremely durable, with excellent resistance to fungi and termites. Has a wavy or interlocked grain.
• Uses: Heavy construction, railway sleepers, flooring, decking, marine construction, joinery, and turnery.

5. Bubinga (Guibourtia spp.)

• Uniqueness: A visually striking wood with a reddish-brown to violet-brown heartwood, often featuring darker red or purple streaks. It has a fine, interlocking grain and a high natural luster. Very hard and stable.
• Uses: High-end furniture, cabinetry, musical instruments (especially drum shells, guitar bodies), turnery, veneer, and specialty items.

6. Teak (Tectona grandis)

• Uniqueness: Globally renowned for its exceptional durability, stability, and water resistance due to its high oil content. Golden or medium brown color that darkens with age.
• Uses: Premium outdoor furniture, boat decks, marine construction, flooring, veneer, carving, and general exterior applications.

7. Rosewood (Dalbergia spp.)

• Uniqueness: A highly prized wood, famous for its rich, often dark brown or purplish-brown color with darker streaks, and a fragrant, rose-like scent. Known for its density, fine texture, and excellent working properties.
• Uses: High-end furniture, musical instruments (guitars, piano cases), decorative veneers, turning, and specialty woodcraft.

8. Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus spp.)

• Uniqueness: A diverse group with varied characteristics. Many species offer good strength and durability, with colors ranging from pale yellow to reddish-brown.
• Uses: Flooring, furniture, decking, pulpwood, paper, and general construction (depending on the specific species).

9. Moabi (Baillonella toxisperma)

• Uniqueness: A beautiful reddish-brown wood with a fine, interlocking grain and a high natural luster. It is very dense, durable, and resistant to decay, making it suitable for demanding applications.
• Uses: Heavy construction, flooring, decking, joinery, outdoor furniture, and carving.

10. Sapele (Entandrophragma cylindricum)

• Uniqueness: A medium to dark reddish-brown wood with a distinct interlocked or wavy grain that often produces a beautiful ribbon-like figure on quarter-sawn surfaces. It has a natural sheen.
• Uses: High-quality furniture, cabinetry, flooring, veneer, boatbuilding, musical instruments, and decorative trim.

11. Abachi (Triplochiton scleroxylon) (also known as Obeche/Wawa)

• Uniqueness: A very light and soft African hardwood with a pale cream to yellowish-white color. It has a straight grain and fine, even texture, making it easy to work and ideal for applications where low thermal conductivity is desired.
• Uses: Sauna benches and wall paneling (due to low heat retention), core stock for veneers, light construction, and interior joinery.

12. Mahogany (Khaya spp.)

• Uniqueness: Refers to African Mahogany, known for its consistent reddish-brown color, fine texture, and often a beautiful ribbon figure. It’s stable, workable, and finishes well.
• Uses: Fine furniture, cabinetry, boatbuilding, musical instruments, interior trim, and veneer.

13. Doussie (Afzelia africana)

• Uniqueness: A durable and stable hardwood with a yellowish-brown to reddish-brown color that darkens with age. It has excellent resistance to decay and insect attack, and its interlocking grain provides good strength.
• Uses: Heavy construction, flooring (especially in high-traffic areas), decking, outdoor furniture, joinery, and marine applications.

14. Ebony (Diospyros spp.)

• Uniqueness: Famous for its incredibly dense, hard, and typically jet-black heartwood. It has a very fine texture and a high natural luster. Highly prized for its aesthetic appeal.
• Uses: Musical instrument parts (fingerboards, piano keys), carving, inlay, specialty turned objects, and luxury decorative items.

15. Ayous (Triplochiton scleroxylon)

• Uniqueness: This is another name for Abachi/Obeche. See details above.

16. Tali (Erythrophleum suaveolens)

• Uniqueness: An exceptionally hard and heavy wood with a yellowish-brown to reddish-brown color, often featuring an attractive striped figure. It is highly resistant to rot, insects, and marine borers, making it one of the most durable timbers.
• Uses: Heavy construction, railway sleepers, marine structures, industrial flooring, bridge building, and durable outdoor applications.

17. Okoume (Aucoumea klaineana)

• Uniqueness: A lightweight and relatively soft hardwood with a pale pink to reddish-brown color. It has a fine, uniform texture and a straight grain, making it excellent for peeling veneer.
• Uses: Plywood manufacturing (especially marine plywood), boatbuilding (for hull construction), veneer, light furniture, and interior paneling.

18. Dabema (Piptadeniastrum africanum)

• Uniqueness: A moderately dense and durable wood with a pale yellow to light brown color, often with a greenish tinge. It has a coarse texture and an interlocked grain.
• Uses: General construction, light framing, utility timber, and some interior applications.

19. Koto (Pterygota bequaertii)

• Uniqueness: A pale yellow to grayish-brown wood with a fine, even texture and a straight grain. It is relatively lightweight and easy to work, taking stains and finishes well.
• Uses: Interior joinery, furniture, veneer, carving, and turning.

And so on…

Our extensive portfolio includes many other valuable timber species, each selected for its unique properties and potential applications. If you have specific requirements for a wood species not listed here, please do not hesitate to contact us. Our vast network and sustainable sourcing capabilities mean we can often provide the exact timber you need.

Why Choose CUF Group for Your Wood Products?

• Unrivaled Quality: Every log is carefully selected, and our state-of-the-art Ebolowa sawmill employs precision cutting and advanced drying techniques to ensure optimal stability, durability, and aesthetic appeal.
• Sustainable Sourcing: We are deeply committed to responsible forestry, adhering to strict environmental and social standards. Our timber is legally and ethically sourced from sustainably managed forests, protecting biodiversity for future generations.
• Extensive Inventory: We maintain a large stock of diverse wood species in various dimensions, enabling us to fulfill orders of all sizes, from bespoke pieces to large industrial quantities.
• Global Export Expertise: Our experienced logistics team ensures seamless international shipping, handling all documentation and delivery to your destination, safely and efficiently. At present, we provide timber export services to a number of countries including all the six GCC (Gulf) countries (Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, UAE), Malaysia, Vietnam, Iraq, the wider Middle East, and various other Asian and European countries.
• Customer-Centric Service: We are more than just suppliers; we are your partners. Our team offers expert advice and personalized solutions to help you select the perfect wood products for your projects.

Experience the difference that premium quality and sustainable sourcing make.

Contact Cameroon United Forest Group today to discuss your wood product needs, request a quote, or learn more about our comprehensive range of timber solutions. Let us be your trusted source for the finest wood products the world has to offer.