Wood Suppliers in Namibia

What is Wood?

Wood is a structural tissue found in the stems and roots of trees and other woody plants. It is an organic material – a natural composite of cellulose fibers that are strong in tension and embedded in a matrix of lignin that resists compression. 

Wood Suppliers in Namibia

Shop for our Namibian Hardwood (Pty) Ltd. products here, including firewood, braai wood, braai accessories, grids and more!

Frequently Asked Question

Does Namibia have timber?

The study shows that Namibia has been, and still is, used as a conduit for timber being harvested in Angola, DRC and Zambia. Almost all the timber being exported through Walvis Bay harbour in Namibia comes from neighbouring countries.

What is the most common tree in Namibia?

Accacia erioloba, camel-thorn.

Accacia erioloba a typical tree in the drier regions of southern Africa, widespread in various types of savannahs and is the dominant tree species, especially in Namibia and Botswana.

What is Kaggel wood?

Kaggel Mix is the perfect hardwood for your home fireplace. This bag contains a mixture of Bluegum and Black Wattle that is mixed for your convenience.

Which tree is the king of all trees?

The Oak is called the King of Trees, The Aspen quivers in the breeze, The Poplar grows up straight and tall, The Pear-tree spreads along the wall, The Sycamore gives pleasant shade, The Willow droops in watery glade, The Fir-tree useful timer gives, The Beech amid the forest lives.

What grows in Namibia?

Welwitschia – Indigenous Plants – Namibia…

• Baobab.
• Buffalo Thorn.
• Bushwillow.
• Jackalberry.
• Knob Thorn.
• Lala Palm.
• Marula Tree.
• Mopane Tree

What is African hardwood?

Many African trees grow at a very slow rate, resulting in the timber harvested from these being extremely strong, dense and scratch resistant. This can lend African hardwoods well to projects where a durability is key — as mentioned, commonly cladding, flooring, furniture and decking.

What type of wood is Saligna?

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Saligna is a hardwood with a colour ranging from almost white to a light pink. The timber however does go through an aging process over time in which it turns a light caramel-brown colour. It can be finished in a wide variety of ways showcasing its natural grain. Is a good value for money timber.

Who is the queen of forest?

With the oak standing as undisputed king of the forest, the beech (Fagus sylvatica) is often referred to as the queen or mother of the woods.

What is Namibia known for producing?

Namibia is the fourth largest exporter of non-fuel minerals in Africa and the world’s fifth largest producer of uranium. Rich alluvial diamond deposits make Namibia a primary source for gem-quality diamonds. Namibia also produces large quantities of lead, zinc, tin, silver, and tungsten.

What is the richest wood?

African Blackwood

It is considered as the most expensive wood in the world because not only it is challenging to work with hand or machine tools, its trees are already near-threatened. But as expensive as it may seem, African Blackwood is worth the price.