Likely ipe (Brazilian walnut); alternatives include cumaru or another dark tropical hardwood. Image alone is not definitive.
Handroanthus spp. (formerly Tabebuia spp.); uncertain without end-grain or weight details. · Exotic/Tropical hardwood
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Exotic/Tropical hardwood
- Origin
- Tropical Central and South America, especially Brazil and neighboring countries.
- Hardness
- 3,680 lbf; Extremely Hard.
- Durability
- Very Durable; highly resistant to decay, insects, and weathering in service.
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Grain Pattern
Mostly straight, strongly longitudinal grain with darker streaks; mild irregularity, no obvious decorative figure. Board appears flat-sawn or mixed-sawn.
Color & Appearance
Brown to olive-brown with darker streaking and possible faded surface oxidation; sapwood is not clearly distinguishable. Freshly exposed wood is often richer and darker.
Hardness (Janka)
3,680 lbf; Extremely Hard.
Durability & Decay Resistance
Very Durable; highly resistant to decay, insects, and weathering in service.
Value & Age
Roughly US$10–25 per board foot for typical retail lumber; grade, dimensions, and location vary the price.
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- Wood Age Estimate
- Cannot reliably estimate from the photograph; surface weathering suggests exposure or handling, not a specific age.
Common Uses
Decking, exterior joinery, flooring, heavy construction, boatwork, and turned or machined components.
Geographic Origin
Tropical Central and South America, especially Brazil and neighboring countries.
Workability
Very hard and dense; machine with sharp carbide tooling, expect slower cutting and possible blunting. Pre-drill fasteners; glue and finish preparation may require care.
Finish Recommendations
For outdoor use, allow to dry and use a penetrating exterior oil if retaining color; otherwise it weathers gray. Test finishes on a sample and prepare with freshly sanded wood.
Notable Features
Exceptional density and outdoor durability; often has interlocked grain and can be difficult to machine cleanly.