FSC Angelim pedra / Sapupira is available in large quantities in the forests of Precious Woods, located in the Amazon region of Brazil. The large trees reach up to about 45 m, with diameters up to 120 cm. The straight and cylindric clear trunk is about 20 m long. Recent research proves that the differences between wood from the different sources are very small, with no impact on the relevant wood properties.
Appearance:
The colour of the heartwood is fresh sawn orange yellow brown, darkening to (dark) brown. The wood has a remarkable stripy pattern. Irregular darker spots can be seen (mineral spots). The timber has fresh sawn a typical smell which disappears with time. The lighter sapwood is easy to distinguish. The grain is straight to irregular and sometimes interlocked. The texture is coarse
Working properties:
Machining goes well, specially with hard metal tools. Pre-drilling is recommended. With gluing and finishing are many positive experiences. The guidelines of windows and doors in Holland are fulfilled with Angelim pedra. Take care that with painting the pores are filled. Drying is difficult with a risk of distortion and checking
Durability:
Durable
Uses:
Angelim pedra is used for various applications:
Interior: carpentry, window framing doors and stairs
Exterior: window framing, doors, cladding, parkbenches and decking
Appearance:
Examples:
Window frames, lacquered, in an office in Reeuwijk (NL)
Stairs, window frames and doors in a hospital in Utrecht (NL)
Ask us for more detailed information:
Precious Woods Europe BV
Weypoort 75
2415 BZ Nieuwerbrug a/d Rijn
The Netherlands
P.O. Box 129
2410 AC Nieuwerbrug a/d Rijn
The Netherlands
Tel +31 (0)348 684100
Fax +31 (0)348 688142
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