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Renowned for its elegance in decorative projects and ease of processing in production, Ayous is a tropical, soft-textured wood species with versatile usage areas. So, what exactly is Ayous wood, why is it so popular, and what are its properties and advantages? We explain everything in detail in this comprehensive article.
Ayous is a fast-growing tropical tree species that grows naturally in the forests of West Africa. Scientifically known as Triplochiton scleroxylon, it is mainly found in countries like Cameroon, Ghana, and Nigeria. With its light weight, pale color, and smooth surface, Ayous is one of the most preferred imported woods in the timber industry.
One of the most distinctive features of Ayous wood is its elegant and simple appearance. Thanks to this, it is frequently used in both modern and classical architectural designs.
Color: Ranges from pale yellow to light cream
Does not darken over time, retains its natural tone
Features subtle yet shiny, smooth grain lines on the surface
Offers high aesthetics with its smooth and straight grain structure
Ideal for minimalist and clean designs
Contains no knots, making it prominent in decorative projects
Ayous is physically both light and soft, which provides great ease in both production and application processes.
Ayous is a very lightweight wood. Its average dried density is around 330–380 kg/m³, making it one of the lightest workable wood species on the market.
Easy to cut, carve, and lathe
Securely holds nails, screws, and fasteners
Excellent performance in sanding and surface finishing
Easily accepts coatings like paint, varnish, polish, and oil
Thanks to its versatility, Ayous is especially preferred in interior design projects. With its aesthetic appearance, it is featured in both artistic and functional applications.
Interior wood paneling
Decorative wall panels and ceiling claddings
Luxury furniture manufacturing (e.g., TV units, consoles, cabinet doors)
Acoustic panels and sound insulation applications
Lightweight doors and display units in commercial spaces
Sauna interiors
Raw Ayous wood is not naturally suitable for outdoor conditions. However, Ayous timber treated with heat and steam (e.g., ThermoWood process) becomes suitable for exterior applications.
Ayous is a staple in minimalist decor. With its straight grain and neutral tones, it blends well with various colors in interior designs.
Its ease of shaping and low density reduces labor costs, making it ideal for custom designs.
Being lightweight offers structural ease in ceilings, doors, and portable furniture.
Thanks to its fast growth, it can be cultivated sustainably in controlled production areas without harming the environment.
Iroko: Heavier and darker than Ayous
Okoume: Similar workability but mostly used in plywood
Spruce/Pine: Heavier than Ayous with a more pronounced grain pattern
Ayous stands out among many wood types in terms of aesthetics, lightness, and workability.
Nova-Ayous is a premium product line developed by Novawood, made from high-quality Ayous timber. It not only offers the natural advantages of Ayous but also provides great convenience with project-specific profile production thanks to Novawood’s flexible manufacturing capability.
Soft and lightweight structure for easy application
Aesthetic appearance that stands out in design projects
Custom solutions tailored to project needs
High quality and reliability backed by Novawood's experience
For detailed information: https://novawood.com/novaayous
Ayous wood offers ideal solutions for modern interiors, exteriors and special projects thanks to its natural lightness, clean aesthetics, and easy workability. For those seeking both aesthetics and functionality, ready-to-use processed solutions like Nova-Ayous support the success of any project.