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DESCRIPTION | The heartwood is dull golden brown in color with variegated irregular markings and an attractive ray flecked figure on quarter sawn surfaces. It is straight grained, with a medium course texture. Weight is around 34 lb. per sq. ft. |
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN |
Central America (Mainly Mexico) |
BOTANICAL NAME | Cordia Alliodora |
OTHER NAMES | Salmwood, Princewood, Cyp, Solera, Canaletta, Louro |
MECHANICAL PROPERTIES | Possesses medium strength properties in all categories and a good steam bending classification. |
WORKING PROPERTIES | Works easily with both hand and power tools, with a slight blunting effect on cutters. Can be finished smoothly and cleanly in most machining operations. Takes nails and screws well, glues, stains and polishes to a good finish. |
DURABILITY | Moderately durable, resistant to preservative treatment and the sapwood is permeable. |
SEASONING | Dries easily without degradation. There is medium movement in service. |
USES | Cabinets and furniture, decorative boxes, boat decking, vehicle bodies, light construction. Selected logs sliced for veneers suitable for paneling and furniture. |
COMMENTS | Primarily used in a decorative roll as costs prohibit use for construction of large pieces. |