Bocote |
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| DESCRIPTION |
The heartwood is dull golden brown in color with variegated irregular markings and an attractive ray flecked figure on quarter sawn surfaces. It is straight grained, with a medium course texture.
Weight is around 34 lb. per sq. ft. |
COUNTRY OF
ORIGIN |
Central America (Mainly Mexico) |
| BOTANICAL NAME |
Cordia Alliodora |
| OTHER NAMES |
Salmwood, Princewood, Cyp, Solera, Canaletta, Louro |
| MECHANICAL PROPERTIES |
Possesses medium strength properties in all categories and a good steam bending classification. |
| WORKING PROPERTIES |
Works easily with both hand and power tools, with a slight blunting effect on cutters. Can be finished smoothly and cleanly in most machining operations. Takes nails and screws well, glues, stains and polishes to a good finish. |
| DURABILITY |
Moderately durable, resistant to preservative treatment and the sapwood is permeable. |
| SEASONING |
Dries easily without degradation. There is medium movement in service. |
| USES |
Cabinets and furniture, decorative boxes, boat decking, vehicle bodies, light construction. Selected logs sliced for veneers suitable for panelling and furniture. |
| COMMENTS |
Primarily used in a decorative roll as costs prohibit use for construction of large pieces. |
