Wednesday, September 28, 2005

Yellowheart


Botanical Name: Euxylophora paraensis
Common Names: Yellowheart, Amarello, Pau Amarello, Brazilian satinwood(?), Pau setim
Grows in: Brazil.




Working Properties:
Not difficult to work.

General Characteristics:
Heartwood bright clear yellow deepening upon exposure; not sharply defined from the yellowish-white sapwood. Luster is high; texture medium; grain straight to irregular; without distinct odor or taste.

Uses:
Furniture, parquet flooring, brush handles, turnery.