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 paneling and furniture.
COMMENTS	Primarily used in a decorative roll as costs prohibit use for construction of large pieces.