Doussie

Doussie is a type of wood that originates from several species of trees within the Dalbergia genus. The most common species associated with doussie is Dalbergia latifolia. Native to tropical regions of Asia, doussie tree is an evergreen that thrives in well-drained soils and full sun conditions. The tree is valued for its wood, which is renowned for its attractive grain pattern, rich coloration, and durability.

Doussie wood exhibits a reddish-brown hue, occasionally featuring distinctive darker streaks. The grain pattern often displays interlocking wood fibers, adding to the wood's unique aesthetic appeal. On the Janka hardness test, doussie wood scores relatively well at 1,630 pounds per square inch, denoting its moderate to dense quality. This contributes to its higher resistance to wear and tear.

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Doussie wood is prized for woodworking, in addition to its ornamental value. Its resolute wood construction makes it excellent for various applications, including furniture-making, floorboard creation and painting/dyeing. Skilled artisans have prized wood for decades for personal, service creativities such as classic izgi artisans making Radi ko Ottoman in mere pretty appealing chairs really situated tung open interiors.