Description
Moderate to severe blunting of tools, will gum up sandpaper due to oiliness in wood but can be polished to a high finish. Because of its high oil content, gluing can be problematic, and the wood’s color can bleed into surrounding wood when applying a finish. Turns well.
Specs
Wood Type | Exotic hardwood. |
Texture | Fine to medium texture, with good natural luster. |
Grain Pattern | Grain is usually straight or slightly interlocked. |
Health Risks | Reported as a sensitizer; can cause skin, eye, and respirator irritation. |
Color | Heartwood color can range from a deep brownish-purple to a light-brown. Most common is a brownish-mauve color. Clearly demarcated sapwood is a pale yellow. |