Bloodwood

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DESCRIPTION	Bloodwood heartwood varies from gray-red to a deep rich red. Grain varies from straight to variable. It's texture is fine and smooth. The wood is lustrous and sometimes has variegated yellow and red stripes. Weight is about 63lbs per cu. ft. Typical Width = 4" to 10" Typical Length = 4' to 12'
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN	South America (Venezuela, Peru, Panama, Brazil)
BOTANICAL NAME	Brosimum Rubescens
OTHER NAMES	Muirapiranga, Satine, Rubane, Cardinal Wood
MECHANICAL PROPERTIES	High bending and crushing strength. Medium stiffness and resistance to shock, but tends to splinter. Low steam bending characteristics.
WORKING PROPERTIES	Although hard and tough, it works easily with hand and power tools. May need pre-drilling for nailing. Holds screws well. Glues, stains and polishes to a very good finish. Use Gorilla glue or epoxy for best results.
DURABILITY	Durable and very resistant to preservative treatment.
SEASONING	Dries slowly without much degradation. Small movement.
USES	Cabinet making, furniture, decorative inlay, marquetry work, fancy boxes, turning, veneers.
COMMENTS	Bloodwood ages to a deep brown color. Lacquer or water based finishes extends aging to help preserve red color.