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Brazilian Cherry
Jatoba
Hymenaea courbaril
APPEARANCE
Sapwood is gray-white. Heartwood is salmon red to orange-brown when fresh, becomes russet or reddish brown when seasoned and is often marked with dark streaks. Mostly interlocked grain with medium to coarse to texture.
PROPERTIES
Brazilian Cherry is significantly harder than average with a Janka rating of 2350. Average dimensional stability with a change coefficient of 0.00300, however, actual installations have demonstrated above average movement in practical use. Dense and very strong wood.
WORKABILITY
Sawing Brazilian Cherry is difficult due to its high density and planing is difficult due to its interlocked grain. Can be machined to a smooth surface. Sands well with good nail holding ability. Finishes well.
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