Bloodwood hardwood lumber products

BloodWood

Bloodwood –(Brosimum rubescens)

In Brazil this wood is often referred to as Muiratinga. The tree reaches heights close to 40m and is from 75-110cm in diameter. Though the tree is slightly smaller than many species its common thicknesses are wider. In addition to that, about the first 70% of the tree is straight and clear of any branches meaning that it is a good tree for lumber usage. The color of Bloodwood ranges from a pale red to a deep and lustrous red. The wood is named after the sap that forms around the cut before the wood is dried and resembles blood. There are some pieces that have high figurations but overall the grain is straight composed of some dark autumnal streaks. It machines well even though it is dense. One thing of note is that the wood has a high silica content which can dull cutters quickly. It glues well. Bloodwood looks great when it is used against other duller woods and is a great accent piece. It keeps its red colors better than many other woods so when used as flooring, it is desirable. We carry in both S4S and E4E and can mill custom profiles upon request. It’s uses include, flooring, jointery, millwork, furniture and turning.

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:

  • 2,900 lbf (12,900 N)

Cambara Wood Slabs – FSC® Certified is also available

Cambara - Hardwood slabs
This tree grows very tall, up to 45 meters and has a wide clear bole. It ranges from a pinkish to reddish brown with a nice straight grain. The sapwood is anywhere from 3-6 cm thick and is demarcated from the heartwood as a pale yellow to off white color. The grain is straight and has the open pores that appear as a “hair-like” appearance. Much like that of genuine mahogany or teak. The autumnal and spring growth do not show large contrast and make for a very uniform slab. Being so wide and so tall Mandioqueira makes for a great slab. The sapwood looks as a frame around the heartwood which is very uniform and somewhat textured. There are occasional long black or dark streaks breaking up the uniformity and adding a sense of depth to the slab. It is about as hard as genuine mahogany and machines as well too. Machining will require sharp cutters due to silica content. Some of the best reasons to cut the highest quality logs into slabs are because: • Slabs have the highest yield of any form and using the most wood out of a tree is imperative to sustainable harvest which we are committed to • A slab that comes from a lesser quality log will be prone to be less stable • Voids in some logs means that they would not be suitable for slabs We believe that offering some of our Cambara in the highest possible yield is imperative to keep our wholesalers competitive in an ever changing wood world. Our experience with Cambara means you can always be assured that we will supply you the very best slabs. Just imagine being one of the few to be able to offer this species as a slab. This can be the thing that gives you an edge over your competitors and something very few mills can offer with integrity and quality. Give us a call or email us to see what we have available or what we are expecting to be available shortly.

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 joinery

Exterior 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

Janka Hardness:

  • 1730 lbf (7,696 N)

Garapa Wood Slabs – FSC® Certified is also available

Garapa - Hardwood lumber products
Garapa is a wood that not only serves as a slab but excels. With a Janka rating high enough to not dent and scratch easily but soft enough it does not dull blades quickly, Garapa makes a great slab. As with Angelim Stone, Garrote has to be dried correctly to get all of its uses correct. It should be dried relatively slowly and consistently so it does not check and crack. Seeing Brazilian Ash as a deck is impressive but when able to see the entire slab, it’s jaw dropping. The sapwood when freshly cut is not distinctly demarcated but the wood oxidizes to its final color, the heartwood becomes distinct from the sapwood. The sapwood stays the yellowish cream color where the heartwood darkens to a beautiful golden brown hue. The amount of figure that is sometimes present is stunning. It can make the figure in the heartwood 3 dimensional look. It takes a good and dry finish when stable. The closed grain and small pores make enjoyable sanding and can be done to a polish-like result. Sharp cutters should be used for surfacing because of the amount of silica that is naturally present in the wood. This can cause difficulty if using low-grade steel or carbide. Cross cutting and ripping is done with fantastic results. Only the highest quality Grapia logs are chosen to be cut into slabs. Some of the best reasons to cut the highest quality logs into slabs are because: Slabs have the highest yield of any form and using the most wood out of a tree is imperative to sustainable harvest which we are committed to A slab that comes from a lesser quality log will be prone to be less stable Voids in some logs mean that they would not be suitable for slabs We believe that offering some of our Muirajuba in the highest possible yield is imperative to keep our wholesalers competitive in an ever changing wood world. Our experience with Amarealao means you can always be assured that we will supply you the very best slabs. Just imagine being able to sell high quality slab that matches some of the lumber you supply. This can be the thing that gives you an edge over your competitors and something very few mills can offer with integrity and quality. Give us a call or email us to see what we have available or what we are expecting to be available shortly.

Common Name:

Info coming soon

Botanical Name:

Apuleia Leiocarpa

Indigenous to:

The variety “molaris” is found in the Amazonian forest, mainly in flooded areas. The main species, Apuleia leiocarpa is found mainly in the South of Brazil, in the Atlantic coast forests, easily colonizing cleared areas.

Modulus of Rupture:

18,530 lbf/in2 (127.8 MPa)

Shrinkage:

Radial: 4.2%, Tangential: 7.5%, Volumetric: 11.4%, T/R Ratio: 1.8

How is it dried:

kiln-dried (KD)

Is it dried quickly:

No should be dried slowly

Stability:

Moderately Stable to Stable

Exterior Wood Recommendation:

Use class ensured by natural durability: class 2 – inside or under cover (dampness possible)
Species covering the use class 5: YesAgainst dry wood borer attacks:does not require any preservative treatment
In case of risk of temporary humidification: requires appropriate preservative treatment
In case of risk of permanent humidification: use not recommendedThe natural durability of Grapia is very variable. In some cases, this variability can be observed inside
the same piece of wood. This species cannot be used without appropriate preservative treatment for
end-uses under use class 3 except for some parts of a work such as windows, less exposed than
others (entrance doors, shutters, …).
This species naturally covers the use class 5 (end-uses in marine environment or in brackish water)
due to its high silica content. However, it is not recommended to use it in case of strong structural
constraints due to its medium mechanical properties; it is most suitable for end-uses like shipbuilding.

Fastening Method:

Nailing / screwing: good but pre-drilling is necessary
Gluing: Yes

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:

Although severe reactions are uncommon, Garapa has been reported to occasionally cause skin irritation.

Odor:

Nothing discernable

Products we manufacture using this species:

decking, flooring, dimensional lumber, E4E, S4S, RS (Rough Sawn), deck tiles, and table slabs

Other common uses:

Exterior joinery Light carpentry
Heavy carpentry Hydraulic works (seawater)
Ship building (ribs) Cooperage
Turned goods Current furniture or furniture components
Wood frame house Flooring
Industrial or heavy flooring Interior joinery
Ship building Stairs (inside)
Vehicle or container flooring Cabinetwork (high class furniture)
Tool handles (resilient woods) Formwork
Boxes and crates Wood-ware
Note: Finishing is easy but filling is recommended.

Susceptibility to

Dry Wood borers:

Durable – sapwood demarcated (risk limited to sapwood)

Fungi:

Class 3 – moderately durable

Termites:

Class M – moderately durable

Treatability:

Class 3 – poorly permeable

Janka Hardness:

  • 1700 lbf (20,040 N)

Jatoba Wood Slabs – FSC® Certified is also available

Insert Here - Hardwood lumber products
Jatoba is one of those woods that does so well in so many applications. It’s very versatile, rot resistant and naturally decay resistant. There is some grain tension with the wood being so dense and grain structure so tight. Some care has to be taken while surfacing a Jatoba slab due to grain tension. It can have some tear out but is easily solved if feed rates are slowed. It cross-cuts smoothly and sands very well. If it is going to be ripped with the grain, a riving knife is important. When Jatoba is in slab form it is stable and looks fantastic. When a piece is figured it’s like the grain has come alive throughout the slab. The grains almost flow into each other. One of the reasons people don’t use Jatoba as a slab is because they are so used to seeing it as flooring. It has a really thin sapwood line that is distinctly demarcated. The live edge shows off how the grain will be figured in places and its possible to see how the tree has grown. This is a whole new way to look at Brazilian Cherry instead of the traditional flooring application. Imagine being able to offer a live edge slab for a counter top or table top that matches a beautiful floor that someone just bought from you. A few reasons only the highest grade logs are used for slabs are • Slabs have the highest yield of any form and using the most wood out of a tree is imperative to sustainable harvest which we are committed to • A slab that comes from a lesser quality log will be prone to be less stable • Voids in some logs means that they would not be suitable for slabs Not many companies have thought of leaving Courbaril in slab form because of its high value as flooring. We believe that offering some of our Jutai in the highest possible yield is imperative to keep our wholesalers competitive in an ever changing wood world. Our experience with Jatoba means you can always be assured that we will supply you the very best. Give us a call or email us to see what we have available or what we are expecting to be available shortly.

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 paneling

Interior paneling

Tool handles (resilient woods)

Turned goods

Shipbuilding (ribs)

Vehicle or container flooring

Musical instruments

Arched goods

Wood-ware

Sculpture

Moulding

Cooperage
Note: End-uses under permanent humidification (contact with water or with ground) are possible with the species presenting a very good durability.

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:

  • 2350 lbf (25,100 N)

Tigerwood wood slabs – FSC® Certified is also available

Tigerwood - Hardwood lumber products

Tigerwood slab

For a long time all that Tigerwood was known much better throughout the world as Goncalo Alves or Muiracatiara. The wood has become a staple internationally as a unique wood that provides a very distinct look. Wood lovers understand that every single piece of wood is a one-of-a-kind and no species of wood shows that better than Tigerwood. Displaying its stripes as a slab is absolutely stunning. If the base color is wanted many slabs show up as only the base orang-ish hues of brown without all the wild streaking. Unlike any other wood out there, Tigerwood truly does come in many flavors. Here are 2 reasons why we like to use your tigerwood for creating wood slabs instead of only cutting it into lumber. Slabs have the highest yield of any form and using the most wood is imperative to sustainable harvest A slab that comes from a lesser quality log will be prone to be slightly less stable. Not many companies have thought of leaving Muiracatiara in slab form because of its high value as decking. We believe that offering some of our Goncalo Alves in the highest possible yield is imperative to keep our wholesalers competitive in an ever changing wood world. Our experience with Tigerwood means you can always be assured that we will supply you the very best. Give us a call or email us to see what we have available or what we are expecting to be available shortly. We can export our tigerwood slabs and lumber worldwide, direct from our FSC certified wholesale mill in Brazil.

Common Name:

Goncalo Alves, Tigerwood, Jobillo

Botanical Name:

Astronium spp. (A. graveolens and A. fraxinifolium)

Indigenous to:

From Mexico southward to Brazil

Modulus of Rupture:

16,970 lbf/in2 (117.0 MPa)

Shrinkage:

Radial: 4.2%, Tangential: 7.8%, Volumetric: 11.2%, T/R Ratio: 1.9

How is it dried:

kiln-dried (KD)

Is it dried quickly:

Normal Drying Schedule is applicable to thickness lower or equal to 38 mm.
It must be used in compliance with the code of practice.
For thickness from 38 to 75 mm, the air relative humidity should be increased by 5 % at each step.
For thickness over 75 mm, a 10 % increase should be considered

Stability:

Info coming soon

Exterior Wood Recommendation:

Class 4 – in ground or fresh water contact

Fastening Method:

Nailing / screwing: good but pre-drilling is necessary
Gluing: poor not recommended without proper oily wood procedures

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:

Although severe reactions are quite uncommon, Goncalo Alves has been reported as a sensitizer. Usually most common reactions simply include eye and skin irritation.

Odor:

No distinguishable odor

Product we manufacture using this species:

Decking, hardwood flooring, dimensional lumber, E4E, S4S, RS (Rough Sawn), deck tiles, and wood slabs

Other common uses:

Cabinetwork (high class furniture)Sliced veneer

Flooring

Wood-ware

Turned goods

Exterior joinery

Interior joinery

Interior panelling

Heavy carpentry

Musical instruments

Tool handles (resilient woods)

Sculpture

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 permeableAgainst dry wood borer attacks: does not require any preservative treatment
In case of risk of temporary humidification: does not require any preservative treatment
In case of risk of permanent humidification: does not require any preservative treatment

Janka Hardness:

  • 2160 lbf (17,500 N)

Cumaru wood slabs – FSC® Certified is also available

Cumaru has been an emerging wood out of Brazil for a while in lieu of Ipe for decking.  Cumaru in slab form may even be more appealing than Ipe in slab form.  It is nearly as hard and actually more dense.  Even though as decking it doesn’t quite live up to what Ipe is, in slab form it shines.  As with many other species, the properties of Cumaru change a little in slab form.  Very wide heartwood with a very distinct, very thin line of sapwood running along the sides really show off the beauty of Cumaru.  The ribboning of the grain really shows up in all the heartwood.  Along with the beauty comes a joy to work with. There is very little checking or cracking but end sealing is still recommended if it is not going to be getting a finish quickly.  Cross cutting and ripping is achieved with relative ease.  It machines in a planer well and can be sanded to a polish like finish.  This truly is one of the best woods for a slab, whether it be an inside coffee table or an outside gathering table. Being able to offer a Cumaru table top to match the siding, decking, or flooring is an advantage most companies cannot offer.  Only the highest quality logs that are sustainably harvested are selected to stay in slab form.  The reason for this is two reasons. Slabs have the highest yield of any form and using the most wood is imperative to sustainable harvest A slab that comes from a lesser quality log will be slightly less stable. Not many companies have thought of leaving Cumaru in slab form because of its high value as decking.  We believe that offering some of our Cumaru in the highest possible yield is imperative to keep our wholesalers competitive in an ever changing wood world.  With our experience with Cumaru as slabs, you can always be assured that we will supply you the very best.  Give us a call or email us to see what we have available or what we are expecting to be available shortly.

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
In case of risk of temporary humidification: does not require any preservative treatment
In case of risk of permanent humidification: 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

Janka Hardness:

  • 3540 lbf (25,580 N)

IPE Wood Slabs – FSC® Certified is also available

IPE - Hardwood lumber products
Everyone knows that IPE is the premium standard for exterior wood. Did you know however that it is equally as beautiful as a slab? Many of the slabs contain burl and have a yellowish sapwood. With the amount of figure one would think it would be hard to plane and sand but however it does take to machining pretty well. Finishing it can be tricky but can be done with some skill. Little to no epoxy work is needed to fill any gaps, cracks, or holes. Using high quality carbide is still necessary and will result in the best finished product lessening the overall workload. Outside of the high figure it rips and crosscuts without much grain tension. Make sure to seal the ends if it is going to sit for any amount of time without a finish. Being able to offer an Ipe table top to match the siding, decking, or flooring is an advantage most companies cannot offer. Only the highest quality logs that are sustainably harvested are selected to stay in slab form. The reason for this is two reasons. Slabs have the highest yield of any form and using the most wood is imperative to sustainable harvest A slab that comes from a lesser quality log will be prone to be slightly less stable. Not many companies have thought of leaving Ipe in slab form because of its high value as decking. We believe that offering some of our Ipe in the highest possible yield is imperative to keep our wholesalers competitive in an ever changing wood world. With our experience with Ipe as slabs, you can always be assured that we will supply you the very best. Give us a call or email us to see what we have available or what we are expecting to be available shortly.

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 permeableAgainst dry wood borer attacks: does not require any preservative treatment
In case of risk of temporary humidification: does not require any preservative treatment
In case of risk of permanent humidification: does not require any preservative treatment

Janka Hardness:

3680 lbf (25,860 N)

Tatajuba Wood Slabs – FSC® Certified is also available

Tatajuba - Hardwood lumber products
Tatjuba is a wide, tall tree with very few branches in the lower sections which makes it a perfect candidate for a clear grade slab. Tatajuba has seen little movement on the market as lumber as of yet but is starting to get noticed because of its beauty and durability. The sapwood is thin and remains a yellowish white. The heartwood grain is usually very straight and can exhibit some of the “ribboning” pattern much like that of Sapele or Sipo. The light tawny brown heartwood is very uniform which shows off the figure from autumnal to spring growth very well. Since the tree is so straight with few low branches these slabs can get rather large. The straight grain makes surfacing and sanding a pleasure but some tear out can occur in the more figured spots. If this occurs slowing down the feed rate should solve the problem. Cross cutting and ripping is done without much cause for concern but some grain tension can stress saw blades and a riving knife is always recommended. It takes a finish well and can be sanded to a fine finish. We expect in the near future that this wood will see an increase in use as a decking and siding. Furniture builders will appreciate how the wood can be manipulated and anyone looking for a wood that is good consistency in color will love it as a slab. Our biggest and straightest logs are chosen to be sent out as a slab because it shows the beauty of the entire tree. Some of the best reasons to cut the highest quality logs into slabs are because: • Slabs have the highest yield of any form and using the most wood out of a tree is imperative to sustainable harvest which we are committed to • A slab that comes from a lesser quality log will be prone to be less stable • Voids in some logs means that they would not be suitable for slabs We believe that offering some of our Tatajuba in the highest possible yield is imperative to keep our wholesalers competitive in an ever changing wood world. Our experience with Tatajuba means you can always be assured that we will supply you the very best slabs. Just imagine being able to sell a new and exciting wood in a new and exciting form. This can be the thing that gives you an edge over your competitors and something very few mills can offer with integrity and quality. Give us a call or email us to see what we have available or what we are expecting to be available shortly.

Common Name:

Cow-wood, Amarelao, or Bagasse

Botanical Name:

Bagassa Guianensis

Indigenous to:

Info coming soon

Modulus of Rupture:

2,752,000 lbf/in2

Shrinkage:

Radial: 4.4%, Tangential: 5.9%, Volumetric: 9.6%, T/R Ratio: 1.3

How is it dried:

kiln-dried (KD)

Is it dried quickly:

No : normal to slow is recommendedHigh risks of distortion in presence of highly interlocked grain. During drying, spacer sticks may stain the wood.

Stability:

Moderately Stable

Exterior Wood Recommendation:

Use class ensured by natural durability: class 4 – in ground or fresh water contact
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 silica content.Against dry wood borer attacks: does not require any preservative treatment
In case of risk of temporary humidification: does not require any preservative treatment
In case of risk of permanent humidification: does not require any preservative treatment

Fastening Method:

Nailing / screwing: Yes but pre-drilling is required
Gluing: Yes

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:

Although severe reactions are rare, Tatajuba has been reported to cause skin irritation.

Odor:

Info coming soon

Products we manufacture using this species:

Decking, flooring, dimensional lumber, E4E, S4S, RS (Rough Sawn), deck tiles, and table slabs

Other common uses:

Flooring Current furniture or furniture components
Ship building (planking and deck) Ship building (ribs)
Cabinetwork (high class furniture) Wood frame house
Interior joinery Interior panelling
Sliced veneer Sleepers
Hydraulic works (fresh water) Exterior joinery
Exterior panelling Bridges (parts in contact with water or ground)
Bridges (parts not in contact with water or ground) Heavy carpentry
Turned goods Stairs (inside)
Vehicle or container flooring Moulding
Note: Interlocked grain may be troublesome in the use of this wood.

Susceptibility to

Dry Wood borers:

Durable – sapwood demarcated (risk limited to sapwood)

Fungi:

Class 1 – very durable

Termites:

Class D – durable

Treatability:

Class 3 – poorly permeable

Janka Hardness:

  • 1,720 lbf (7,650 N)

Angelim – Pedra Wood Slab – FSC certified available

Angelim - Pedra - Hardwood lumber products

Also known as Angel’s Heart, Para Angelim, and sometimes only, Pedra. Angelim Pedra is a medium instability, and very dense. It is not very difficult to work with. It has a deep reddish brown color and is available usually as flooring. It is picking up some attention in the decking market as well. Due to it’s stability and durability this wood could provide another option in lieu of woods such as Massaranduba or Jatoba. Available as FSC Certified and non-FSC certified as well as kiln-dried (KD). We have Angelim Pedra available in decking, flooring, dimensional lumber, E4E, S4S, RS (Rough Sawn), deck tiles, and table slabs.

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

Janka Hardness:

  • Cuban Laurel 2,340 lbf (10,390 N)

Longleaf Pine Wood Slabs – FSC certified available

Longleaf Pine - Hardwood lumber products
Growing Region: coastal plain from eastern Texas to southeast Virginia, extending into northern and central Florida. Longleaf pine takes 100 to 150 years to become full size and may live to be several hundred years old. This tree is extremely common in the United States and is usually used in applications that are not used very often for aesthetics but instead used for structural components. Longleaf pine, in the States, is commonly referred to as Southern Yellow Pine because of the yellow sapwood and growing in the southern part of the country. Clearly defined from the sapwood and a beautiful reddish-brown, the heartwood can be used for all kinds of projects because of its moderate resistance to decay and the fact it is easy to work with. In some cases the heartwood becomes incredibly dense and highly figured providing a look that is not matched by many other woods. When seen as a slab it becomes evident that longleaf pine has a place in the future for any craftsman who desires beauty while being eco-conscious.

Common Name:

Longleaf Pine

Botanical Name:

Pinus Palustris

Indigenous to:

Southeastern United States

Modulus of Rupture:

14,500 lbf/in2 (100.0 MPa)

Shrinkage:

Radial: 5.1%, Tangential: 7.5%, Volumetric: 12.2%, T/R Ratio: 1.5

How is it dried:

Info coming soon

Is it dried quickly:

Info coming soon

Stability:

Info coming soon

Exterior Wood Recommendation:

Info coming soon

Fastening Method:

Info coming soon

Ecosystem impact:

Info coming soon

Toxicity and allergic reactions:

Info coming soon

Odor:

Info coming soon

Product we manufacture using this species:

Info coming soon

Other common uses:

Info coming soon

Susceptibility to

Dry Wood borers:

Info Coming Soon

Fungi:

Info Coming Soon

Termites:

Info Coming Soon

Treatability:

Info Coming Soon

Janka Hardness:

  • 870 lbf (4,120 N)