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Stands out because of its exceptional stability. It has less than half the movement of Burma Teak which has less than half the movement of Oak. It has a color and graining similar to Honduras Mahogany with a much better hardness and stability.  It is a great choice for any formal environment and will stand out in a moisture sensitive situation.

Description:

Heartwood reddish brown after exposure; sapwood pale straw to whitish, well defined. Texture moderate to coarse; grain straight to interlocked; medium luster; without characteristic odor or taste. Some pores contain a yellow dyestuff which, under moist conditions, can discolor textiles, paper, or other cellulosic materials.

Mechanical Properties:

Janka side hardness is about 1,810 for lb. for dry material. Shrinkage green to 12%: radial 1.0%, tangential 1.5%.

Working Properties:

Rather difficult to saw and machine because of rapid dulling of saw teeth and cutters but works to a smooth finish; some tearing of grain on radial faces. Difficult to stain where pores contain yellow deposits. Classified moderate in wood bending properties. Dust may be irritating. Difficult to glue.

Durability:

Heartwood is rated as very durable and moderately resistant to termite attack; sapwood liable to attack by powderpost beetles. In East African waters, teredo are slow to attack and develop. Pholad attack is more rapid.

Uses:

Exterior joinery (window frames, doors), flooring, heavy construction including harbor and dock work, furniture, because of good acid resistance used for vats and tanks.