Planking timber

[Tim Hammond]

I am building a Norfolk Oyster 17' daysailor, and am unsure what type of timber would be best for planking.

For the transom, keel, hog, apron and stem I have used English Oak.

The ribs will also be Oak.

So I would like to use a timber that would contrast with the Oak.

The planks need to be steamed, to catch the turn on the bow.

I was thinking of Makore, but am unsure of the steaming properties.

Any thoughts?

Go to www.hardwood.org it tells all with pictures. Click on the upper right corner where it says - species guide. You will know as much about woods as you will ever need. Print each page, staple and save.

[PAR]

What does the plan call for? There can be a big difference in weight and qualities if you use something other then what is called for by the design.

A UK website with native wood descriptions is WWW.stourhead.com--