Specs
- Common Names
- Pau Santo, Brazilian Blackheart
- Scientific Name
- Zollernia spp.
- Origin
- Brazil
- Appearance
- Heartwood dark brown, sometimes with a grey or green hue. Sapwood is pale yellowish, and is sharply demarcated from the heartwood. Grain tends to be interlocked. With a fine even texture and excellent natural luster.
- Avg. Dried Weight
- Janka Hardness
- 3280 lbf
- Modulus of Rupture
- Elastic Modulus
- Crushing Strength
- Shrinkage
- Durability
- Workability
- Moderately difficult to work on account if its density and interlocked grain. Natural oils may interfere with gluing and finishing. Turns well.
