Botanical Name :  Dialium, guianense

Also Called :  Tamarindo

Region(s) Grown :  Brazil (Central & South America)

Available Products :  ¾" x 5" Flooring

Description : Brazilian Rosewood is very similar in color and grain pattern to Brazilian Cherry, only there is less color variation and it is generally a lighter red.  It will darken from a rose color when first milled to a reddish-brown.  Because of the uniform color, Brazilian Rosewood gives a nice, solid look to your floor.

Janka Hardness :  3000 (230% harder than Red Oak)

Workability :  Like the other species with high density, Brazilian Rosewood is moderately easy to work with, but can be taxing on machines.  Nail down. 

Durability :  Especially resistant to insect attack, also to rot/decay, fungi, fire, warping, bending or twisting, and moisture.

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