Dakua Salusalu

Scientific Name:Decussorcapus Vitiensis
Family Name: Padocarpaceae
Other Names:Masiratu

Description

It resembles Dakua Makedre in sheen and fine texture, although it is darker in color.

Use and Application

It is suitable for inerior finishing, mouldings, window frames, sashes, window sills, internal and external doors, furniture, cabinets, panelling, and other decorative end uses.

Scientific Values

Density(kg/cm): 352
Stiffness(kg/ccm): 78 - 1000
Static Bending(kg/scm): 456
Hardness(kg): 282
Shearing Strength(Kg/scm): 99
Max. Crushing Strength(kg/scm): 426
Bending Strength (kg/scm): 721
Durability in Ground (Years): Durable