Caribbean Rosewood

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Scientific Name, Other Names:
Chechen, Chechem, Black Poisonwood
About:
Because of its density, natural luster, and beautiful coloration, this wood is sometimes referred to as Caribbean Rosewood though it is not a true Rosewood in the Dalbergia genus
Applications:
veneer, furniture, cabinetry, flooring, turned objects, and small specialty wood items.
Janka Hardness:
2,250 pounds
Strength (MOR):
0 psi
Stiffness (MOE):
0 1000 psi
Density (KG/m3):
990
Tangential Shrinkage:
6.5 %
Radial Shrinkage:
4.0 %
Family:
metopium brownei
Tree Characteristics:
50-115 ft tall, 3-5 ft trunk diameter
Geographic Area:
Dominican Republic, Cuba, Jamaica, N. Guatamala, Belize, SE Mexico
Color:
Heartwood color is highly varied, with red, orange, and brown contrasted with darker stripes of blackish brown. Well defined sapwood is pale yellow
Photosensitivity:
Color tends to shift to a darker reddish brown with age.
Luster:
Good natural luster
Grain:
Grain is usually straight, but may be wild or interlocked.
Texture:
Uniform medium to fine texture
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Working Characteristics:
Fairly easy to work, glues and finishes well.
Durability Rating:
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