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KINGWOOD (Aroeira, Muiracatiara, Aroeira-do-sertao, Aroeira-legitima)
From Brazil.
Color is light golden brown to violet, with irregular black to brown streaks. The grain
is irregular, and a mottled figure similar to that of Rosewood is sometimes present. The
texture is typically fine, and the wood can be polished and finished very easily.
Common uses included bows, cabinetmaking, carvings, construction, fine furniture,
railroad ties, decorative veneer and wainscoting.
Specific Gravity is .79 (very dense). Turns easily with sharp tools if straight grain.
Figured pieces require care when turning.
Our
new address is 979 York Street, Hanover, PA 17331. Phone 717-646-0102. Fax
717-646-0104.
