Specs
- Common Names
- Tauari, Brazilian Oak
- Scientific Name
- Couratari spp.
- Origin
- South America (Brazil)
- Appearance
- Tauari heartwood ranges from pale yellow to light brown with occasional darker streaks. The wood has a medium to coarse texture with straight or interlocked grain. It exhibits a moderate natural luster.
- Avg. Dried Weight
- 35-45 lbs/ft3 (560-720 kg/m3)
- Janka Hardness
- 1100 lbf
- Modulus of Rupture
- 11,900 lbf/in2 (82 MPa)
- Elastic Modulus
- 1,540,000 lbf/in2 (10.62 GPa)
- Crushing Strength
- 6,120 lbf/in2 (42 MPa)
- Shrinkage
- Radial: 2.7%, Tangential: 4.9%, Volumetric: 8.1%, T/R Ratio: 1.8
- Durability
- Rated as moderately durable to durable; resistant to decay and insect attacks.
- Workability
- Tauari wood is relatively easy to work with both hand and machine tools. It has good nailing and screwing properties, but pre-drilling is recommended. It can be stained, polished, and finished easily. The wood responds well to a smooth finish, enhancing its natural appearance.
