FSC jarana is available in modest quantities in the forests of Precious Woods, located in the Amazon region of Brazil. The trunks have a large shape, which makes it possible to produce larger dimensions. Jarana is mainly imported as roundwood for piles, and also in sawn wood for posts.
Appearance:
The heartwood has fresh a light brown to red brown colour. After drying and exposure it darkens to red brown. The lustre is medium. The sapwood is lighter and easy to distinguish. Jarana has often gum veins, showing a few mm wide lines on the surface. The grain is straight, sometimes interlocked. The texture is medium fine.
Working properties:
Machining of this heavy species goes relatively well. There is a slight blunting effect due to the silica content. Pre-drilling is recommended. Drying goes quickly, but must be done with care to avoid checking and deformation.
Durability:
Durable till very durable
Uses:
Jarana is used in exterior uses like hydraulic constructions, piles, sleepers and see defence.
Appearance:
Examples:
Sea defence in the Baltic Sea (D)
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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