FSC jacareuba is regulary available in the forests of Precious Woods, located in the Amazon region in the north of Brazil. The trees have a diameter up to 1,5 m and can reach 50 m. The sapwood is a few cm wide. The trunk has a straight shape. It is possible to produce larger dimensions in sawn wood.
Appearance:
The heartwood is pinkish beige with small darker veins. The sapwood is easy to distinguish. The grain is curved and often interlocked. The texture is medium coarse.
Working properties:
Machining goes easy, with a smooth result (also with interlocked grain). Finishing and gluing are reported to be good. Pre-drilling is recommended. Jacareuba has a tension to split. Drying must be done with care to avoid checking and deformation.
Durability:
Durable
Uses:
Jacareuba can be used for cladding, window frames and doors.
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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 684104
Fax +31 (0)348 688142
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