ZIRICOTE EXOTIC WOOD
Ziricote has about the closest grain resemblance to Brazilian Rosewood of any lumber, although the color is darker and lacking the reds and oranges. It is a superior furniture and musical instrument lumber. With its very fine texture and high density, Ziricote will take a satin finish with just sanding. The grain carves beautifully and is often used for sculptures. Ziricote is very rare and expensive.
- Superior exotic hardwood
- Extremely fine texture
- Used for acoustic guitars
- Best for smaller projects because of size limitations and weight
Characteristics of Ziricote
| Origin of Wood Type | Belize and Mexico |
| Botanical Name | Cordia dodecandra |
| Specific Gravity | 0.55 |
| Avg. Weight Per BF | 4.00 lb/ bf |
| Color Range | Gold – Brown – Black |
| Rarity / Availability | Rare |
| Typical Avg. Width | 2″ to 9″ |
| Typical Avg. Length | 2′ to 8′ |
| Avg. Waste Factor | 0.3 |
| Wood Uses | Fine Furniture, Cabinetry, Architectural Millwork, Veneer, Boat Building and many other uses |
| Lumber Grades | Common 1 & 2, Select and Better, Flitch |
| Other Trade Names | Salmwood, Ecuador Laurel, Princewood |
Ziricote Lumber Detailed Pricing:
| Thickness | Grade | Figure Type | Grain Orientation | Width Range | Length Range | Price Per BF |
| 4/4 | Premium | None | Flat Sawn | 2.00″ to 10.00″ | 24.00″ to 96.00″ | $80.00 |
| 4/4 | Unselected | None | Flat Sawn | 2.00″ to 10.00″ | 24.00″ to 96.00″ | $70.00 |