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Massaranduba, Brazilian Redwood Hardwood Technical Species Information

Massaranduba, Brazilian Redwood Hardwood Technical Species Information

Detailed scientific and mechanical properties for Massaranduba, Brazilian Redwood Hardwood Lumber

Massaranduba, Brazilian Redwood

Brazilian Redwood, also known as Massaranduba, is a gorgeous and durable hardwood whose durability makes it a frequent choice not only for flooring but decking as well. The naturally beautiful heartwood can range from light to dark brownish-red, with a grain that can be straight, somewhat wavy, or interlocked. Brazilian Redwood is also very easy to maintain, and it's Janka hardness rating of 3,190 ensures that it will stand up just as well against impacts in the short term as it will against decay in the long term.
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Massaranduba, Brazilian Redwood Wood Properties

Janka Hardness
3,190 lbf
Modulus of Rupture (MOR)
29,200 psi
Modulus of Elasticity (MOE)
3,450 ×1000 psi
Density
1,000 kg/m³
Tangential Shrinkage
9.4%
Radial Shrinkage
6.3%
Botanical Family
Sapotaceae
Tree
Massaranduba grows up to 150 feet tall with a diameter of 4 feet.
Distribution
Latin America from Mexico throughout much of South America.
Other Names
Manilkara bidentata, Chicozapote, Ausubo, Nispero, Beefwood, Bolletri, Balata Rouge, Paraju, Bulletwood

Massaranduba, Brazilian Redwood Characteristics

Color

Heartwood color is dark reddish brown to dark red. Sapwood color is pink.

Texture

Fine

Grain

Straight

Luster

Low

Durability

Rated as very durable with good resistance to most insect attack. Susceptible to marine borers.

Drying

Slight tendency for checking. Pronounced warping and moderate cupping.

Workability

Despite its high density Massaranduba generally produces good results with both hand and machine tools; though it does exhibit an above-average dulling effect on cutters. Responds well to steam-bending. Can pose challenges in gluing due to high density and oil content.

Applications

Flooring, decking, heavy construction, light construction, boats, turnery, paneling and musical instruments.

Photosensitivity

Massaranduba will darken with age.
Massaranduba is stocked by Nova in typical decking sizes of 1x4, 5/4x4, 1x6 and 5/4x6. This material can be run to custom patterns as well including paneling, rainscreen siding, interior flooring and portch flooring.

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