Cutting FSC certified Tigerwood logs at our sister mill in Brazil. These logs will be cut into wholesale live edge table slabs, decking, deck tiles, cabinet grade lumber, and interior hardwood flooring. From our sawmill, they will head to Advantage Florestal to our nearby kiln drying operation, then onward around the world to awesome projects near you.
Joblots or containers shipped worldwide.
Other common names for Garapa include Brazilian Oak, Brazilian Ash, Cobre, and Garrote. The wood is medium density for a tropical hardwood and mills nicely. Garapa is golden yellow in appearance and is available from our facilities as both FSC and Non-FSC certifications.
Our Garapa is kiln-dried (KD) and available as decking, flooring, dimensional lumber, E4E, S4S, RS (Rough Sawn), deck tiles, and table slabs.
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Common Name: | Brazilian Mahogany, Cambara, Mandioqueira, Florecillo, Quaruba Rana |
Botanical Name: | Qualea spp |
Indigenous to: | Throughout tropical America from southern Mexico to Peru, but most abundantly in the Guianas and Brazil. |
Modulus of Rupture: | 20,000 lbf/in2 |
Shrinkage: | Tangential – 8.4% Radial – 4.4% Volumetric – 11.4% T/R Ratio – 1.9 |
How is it dried: | Kiln Dried (KD) |
Is it dried quickly: | Yes, but needs to be controlled as it will dry too fast unevenly if allowed to air dry in a non-controlled environment. |
Stability: | Cambara remains stable after the drying process but should not be left in the elements without some cover as it is rated as poor stability |
Exterior Wood Recommendation: | It can be used if only the heartwood is present. Sub species are commonly mixed together as there is no apparent differences to the naked eye. Some are more resistant to decay than others so it is best used as an interior wood. class 2 – inside or under cover (dampness possible) |
Fastening Method: | Should be predrilled for screws |
Ecosystem impact: | This tree is not threatened by any over-logging and is not listed on any CITES Appendices to be regulated for over logging. |
Toxicity and allergic reactions: | Rare to none |
Odor: | No distinct smell |
Products we manufacture using this species: | Info coming soon |
Other common uses: | Exterior joineryExterior panelling Interior joinery Interior panelling Formwork Glued laminate Boxes and crates Veneer for interior of plywood Veneer for back or face of plywood Blockboard Light carpentry Wood frame house Moulding Furniture or furniture components Sliced veneer Bridges (parts not in contact with water or ground) Wood-ware |
Susceptibility to | |
Dry Wood borers: | durable – sapwood demarcated (risk limited to sapwood) |
Fungi: | class 3 – moderately durable |
Termites: | class S – susceptible |
Treatability: | class 2 – moderately permeable |
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Common Name: | Bloodwood, Satine, Conduru, Satinwood, Muriatinga |
Botanical Name: | Brosimum rubescens |
Indigenous to: | Tropical Central America, extending down through the South American Tropics |
Modulus of Rupture: | 25,290 lbf/in2 (174.4 MPa) |
Shrinkage: | Tangential – 7.0% Radial – 4.6% Volumetric – 11.7% T/R Ratio – 1.5 |
How is it dried: | Kiln Dried (KD) |
Is it dried quickly: | No, it is slow to season when done correctly |
Stability: | Muiratinga remains stable after the drying. |
Exterior Wood Recommendation: | No its durability is not of the highest quality and we only recommend the highest durability for outside use. |
Fastening Method: | Should be predrilled for screws |
Ecosystem impact: | This tree is not threatened by any over-logging and is not listed on any CITES Appendices to be regulated for over logging. |
Toxicity and allergic reactions: | Rare to none the dust has been reported as occasionally causing effects such as thirst and salivation, as well as nausea. Can also cause skin irritation. |
Odor: | Has a light scent when being worked. |
Product we manufacture using this species: | Info coming soon |
Other common uses: | Cabinetwork (high class furniture)Sliced veneer Turned goods Stairs (inside) Interior panelling Flooring Stringed instruments (bow) Sculpture Heavy carpentry Wood-ware Tool handles (resilient woods) Note: Wood recommended for high class end-uses. |
Susceptibility to | |
Dry Wood borers: | Durable – sapwood demarcated (risk limited to sapwood) |
Fungi: | Class 2 – durable |
Termites: | Class D – durable |
Treatability: | Class 4 – not permeable |
Janka Hardness: | |
Common Name : | Brazilian Mahogany, Quaruba Rosa, Quaruba Cedro |
Botanical Name : | Vochysia spp (maxima) (melinoni) |
Indigenous to : | Northern South America from Brazil, east to Equador |
Modulus of Rupture : | 11,300 lbf/in2 |
Shrinkage : | Tangential: 9.8% Radial: 3.7% Volumetric: .52% T/R Ratio: 2.6 |
How is it dried : | Kiln Dried (KD) |
Is it dried quickly : | No, if dried too fast than risk of checking, cracking, and cellular collapse. |
Stability : | Quaruba remains stable after the drying process but should not be left in the elements without some cover |
Exterior Wood Recommendation : | class 2 – inside or under cover (dampness possible) Should not be left outside due to the fact of it being slightly softer than our regular outdoor woods it will absorb and expel moisture at quicker rates. This means that it has a chance to warp and/or check. |
Fastening Method : | Should be predrilled for screws |
Ecosystem impact : | This tree is not threatened by any over-logging and is not listed on any CITES Appendices to be regulated for over logging. |
Toxicity and allergic reactions : | Rare to none |
Odor : | No distinct smell |
Product we manufacture using this species: | Coming Soon |
Other common uses: | Veneer for interior of plywoodVeneer for back or face of plywood Interior joinery Boxes and crates Formwork Interior panelling Blockboard Fiber or particle boards Furniture or furniture components Moulding Turned goods Glued laminated |
Susceptibility to | |
Dry Wood borers: | Susceptible – sapwood not or slightly demarcated (risk in all the wood) |
Fungi: | Class 4 – poorly durable |
Termites: | Class S – susceptible |
Treatability: | Class 3 – poorly permeable |
Janka Hardness: | |
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Common Name: | Iron Wood, Lapacho, Brazilian Walnut, or Yellow Poui |
Botanical Name: | Tabebuia spp. |
Indigenous to: | Tropical Americas (Central and South America) it is also farmed commercially. |
Modulus of Rupture: | 25,660 lbf/in2 (177.0 MPa) |
Shrinkage: | Radial: 5.1%, Tangential: 6.4%, Volumetric: .68%, T/R Ratio: 1.3 |
How is it dried: | Info coming soon |
Is it dried quickly: | No A slow kiln drying is recommended in order to reduce defects, especially with thicker boards |
Stability: | Moderately Stable |
Exterior Wood Recommendation: | Species covering the use class 5: Yes This species naturally covers the use class 5 (end-uses in marine environment or in brackish water) due to its high specific gravity and hardness. |
Fastening Method: | Nailing / screwing: good but pre-drilling is necessary Gluing: Yes (for interior only) with special techniques to reduce the oils Note: Gluing must be done with care (very dense wood). |
Ecosystem impact: | This wood species is not listed in the CITES Appendices or on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. However, Ipe species grow in very low densities, with mature trees only occurring once per every (3 to 10 hectares) of forest. Though uncommon, certified sources of Ipe are available. |
Toxicity and allergic reactions: | Skin irritant, headache, asthma, vision effects |
Odor: | Ipe has a very light mild scent while being worked. |
Products we manufacture using this species: | Deck Tiles, Decking, Rainscreen, Dimensional lumber |
Other common uses: | Cabinetwork (high class furniture) Sliced veneer Furniture or furniture components Sleepers Bridges (parts in contact with water or ground) Industrial or heavy flooring Ship building (planking and deck) Poles Stakes Hydraulic works (fresh water) Moulding Bridges (parts not in contact with water or ground) Stairs (inside) Heavy carpentry Turned goods Musical instruments Tool handles (resilient woods) Vehicle or container flooring Hydraulic works (seawater) Note: Filling is recommended to obtain a good finish. |
Susceptibility to | |
Dry Wood borers: | Durable – sapwood demarcated (risk limited to sapwood) |
Fungi: | Class 1 – very durable |
Termites: | Class D – durable |
Treatability: | Class 4 – not permeable Against dry wood borer attacks: does not require any preservative treatment |
Janka Hardness: | |
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Other common names include Brazilian Cherry, Locust, and Jut Vermehlo. Jatoba is a deep reddish brown in appearance and is available from our facilities as both FSC and Non-FSC certifications. Hard in density and somewhat hard to work, Jatoba is another wood which must be kiln-dried (KD). In traditional woodworking, Jatoba is a wood used for flooring and fine furniture. It is, however, a wood that could see more use as a decking product because of the stability and resistance to decay. We have jatoba available as decking, flooring, dimensional lumber, E4E, S4S, RS (Rough Sawn), deck tiles, and table slabs. The live edge table slabs in this species look amazing with a light contrasting sapwood along the outside edges.
Common Name: | Jatoba, Brazilian Cherry |
Botanical Name: | Hymenaea courbaril |
Indigenous to: | Central America, southern Mexico, northern South America, and the West Indies |
Modulus of Rupture: | 22,510 lbf/in2 (155.2 MPa) |
Shrinkage: | Radial: 4.2%, Tangential: 8.0%, Volumetric: 12.1%, T/R Ratio: 1.9 |
How is it dried: | Info coming soon |
Is it dried quickly: | Normal drying time Initial air drying under cover prior to kiln drying is recommended. Risks of cracks more or less important according to specific gravity. |
Stability: | High Moderately Stable to Stable |
Exterior Wood Recommendation: | Class 3 – not in ground contact, outside |
Fastening Method: | Nailing / screwing: good but pre-drilling is necessary Gluing: Yes (for interior only) Note: Gluing must be done with care (very dense wood). |
Ecosystem impact: | This wood species is not listed in the CITES Appendices, and is reported by the IUCN as being a species of least concern. |
Toxicity and allergic reactions: | Although severe reactions are quite uncommon, Jatoba has been reported to cause skin irritation. |
Odor: | No distinguishable odor |
Products we manufacture using this species: | Info coming soon |
Other common uses: | Cabinetwork (high class furniture) Furniture or furniture components Sliced veneer Industrial or heavy flooring Flooring Stairs (inside) Wood frame house Exterior joinery Exterior panelling Interior panelling Tool handles (resilient woods) Turned goods Ship building (ribs) Vehicle or container flooring Musical instruments Arched goods Wood-ware Sculpture Moulding Cooperage |
Susceptibility to | |
Dry Wood borers: | Durable – sapwood demarcated (risk limited to sapwood) |
Fungi: | Class 2-3 – durable to moderately durable |
Termites: | Class M – moderately durable |
Treatability: | Class 4 – not permeable |
Janka Hardness: | |
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Common Name: | Angelim Amarelo, Mirarena, Angelim Pedra, Koraroballi, Saint Martin Jaune, Saandoe, Angelim Rosa, Angelim Da Mata, Sapupira Amarella, Saint Martin Gris, Makkakabes, Sapupira |
Botanical Name: | Hymenolobium Petraeum |
Indigenous to: | Brazil and Guyana in South America |
Modulus of Rupture: | 22,550 lbf/in2 (156 MPa) |
Shrinkage: | Radial: 4.9%, Tangential: 8.3%, Volumetric: .67%, T/R Ratio: 1.7 |
How is it dried: | kiln-dried (KD) |
Is it dried quickly: | Rapid to normal A slower drying speed can avoid defects. |
Stability: | Poor to moderate stability |
Exterior Wood Recommendation: | Class 2 – inside or under cover (dampness possible) Note: Resistance to decay moderate to good according to the species |
Fastening Method: | Nailing / screwing: good but pre-drilling is necessary Gluing: Yes Note: Tendency to end checks when nailing |
Ecosystem impact: | This wood species is not listed in the CITES Appendices or on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. |
Toxicity and allergic reactions: | In rare cases occupational asthma has been reported from unprotected constant exposure to a allergen found in Angelim Pedra |
Odor: | Has a strong unpleasant odor when being worked. |
Product we manufacture using this species: | decking, flooring, dimensional lumber, E4E, S4S, RS (Rough Sawn), deck tiles, and table slabs |
Other common uses: | Interior joinery Interior panelling Exterior joinery Exterior panelling Furniture and furniture components Moulding Stairs (inside) Heavy carpentry Industrial or heavy flooring Flooring Sliced veneer *Note: A careful sanding must be done to obtain a good finish |
Susceptibility to | |
Dry Wood borers: | Class S – Susceptible |
Fungi: | Class 3 – Moderately durable |
Termites: | Class S – Susceptible |
Treatability: | Class 2 – Moderately permeable REQUIREMENT OF A PRESERVATIVE TREATMENT Against dry wood borer attacks: In case of risk of temporary humidification: In case of risk of permanent humidification: requires appropriate preservative treatment requires appropriate preservative treatment use not recommended |
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Common Name: | Gurupa, Angelim Falso, Angelim Ferro, Angelim Vermehlo, Faveira grande, Faveira Preta |
Botanical Name: | Dinizia excelsa |
Indigenous to: | Brazil and Guyana in South America |
Modulus of Rupture: | 22,550 lbf/in2 (156 MPa) |
Shrinkage: | Radial: 5.1%, Tangential: 8.5%, Volumetric: .68%, T/R Ratio: 1.7 |
How is it dried: | Info coming soon |
Is it dried quickly: | Normal to slow |
Stability: | Poor to moderate stability |
Exterior Wood Recommendation: | Class 4 – in ground or fresh water contact Use class ensured by natural durability: Species covering the use class 5: This species also covers the use class 5 (end-uses in marine environment or in brackish water) due to its high specific gravity and its hardness. |
Fastening Method: | Nailing / screwing: good but pre-drilling is necessary Gluing: Yes (for interior only) Note: Gluing must be done with care (very dense wood). |
Ecosystem impact: | This wood species is not listed in the CITES Appendices or on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. It has no commercial restrictions. |
Toxicity and allergic reactions: | Severe reactions are quite uncommon, however Angelim vermelho has been reported to cause a allergic reaction. |
Odor: | Has a fairly strong and unpleasant odor when being worked. |
Product we manufacture using this species: | Deck Tiles |
Other common uses: | Sleepers Bridges (parts in contact with water or ground) Heavy carpentry Vehicle or container flooring Industrial or heavy flooring Bridges (parts not in contact with water or ground) Ship building (planking and deck) Stairs (inside) Poles |
Susceptibility to | |
Dry Wood borers: | durable – sapwood demarcated (risk limited to sapwood) |
Fungi: | class 1 – very durable |
Termites: | class D – durable |
Treatability: | class 4 – not permeable |
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Common Name: | Almendrillo, Tonka, and Tonquin Bean |
Botanical Name: | Dipteryx Odorata spp. |
Indigenous to: | The Northern regions of South America |
Modulus of Rupture: | 25,390 lbf/in2 |
Shrinkage: | Radial: 5.3%, Tangential: 7.7%, Volumetric: 12.6%, T/R Ratio: 1.5 |
How is it dried: | Info coming soon |
Is it dried quickly: | No Drying must be done with care and slowly. Risks of casehardening for thick boards. |
Stability: | Moderately Stable to Stable |
Exterior Wood Recommendation: | class 4 – in ground or fresh water contact Against dry wood borer attacks: does not require any preservative treatment |
Fastening Method: | Nailing / screwing: Good but must be pre-drilles Gluing: Poor |
Ecosystem impact: | Info coming soon |
Toxicity and allergic reactions: | Info coming soon |
Odor: | Unpleasant odor when green. |
Product we manufacture using this species: | Info coming soon |
Other common uses: | Sleepers Bridges (parts in contact with water or ground) Bridges (parts not in contact with water or ground) Hydraulic works (fresh water) Industrial or heavy flooring Wood frame house Poles Stakes Ship building (planking and deck) Cooperage Heavy carpentry Sliced veneer Tool handles (resilient woods) Turned goods Hydraulic works (seawater) Note: Slicing: only for decorative veneer. |
Susceptibility to | |
Dry Wood borers: | durable – sapwood demarcated (risk limited to sapwood) |
Fungi: | Very Durable |
Termites: | class D – durable |
Treatability: | class 4 – not permeable |
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