BLOODWOOD EXOTIC WOOD
Central West African wood, bright red in color that will oxidize over time to a reddish brown unless finished with a UV inhibitor.
- Blunting of tools
- Fine textured wood
- Resistant to bugs
Characteristics of Bloodwood
| Origin of Wood Type | Africa |
| Botanical Name | Brosimum paraense |
| Specific Gravity | 0.56 |
| Avg. Weight Per BF | 4.25 lb/bf |
| Color Range | Red |
| Rarity / Availability | Moderately Rare |
| Typical Avg. Width | 3″ to 12″ |
| Typical Avg. Length | 4′ to 12′ |
| Avg. Waste Factor | 0.3 |
| Wood Uses | Fine Furniture, Cabinetry, Box Making, and other uses |
| Lumber Grades | Select and Better |
| Other Trade Names | Satine |