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Massaranduba

 Botanical Name:  Manilkara Bidentata   

Family: Sapotaceae                         

Distribution: Native to West Indies; Central America and Northern South America

Characteristics: Brazilian Redwood is a dark red wood which will fade to a silver grey if left untreated. To retain the rich colour, we recommend an oil based finish with ultraviolet inhibitors. Regular cleaning and reapplication of finish will ensure that the wood retains its beauty for many years.
It is hard and extremely heavy, and weighs about 1050kg/m3 when air-dried.

Strength:

Extremely strong

Summary:Brazilian Redwood is one of the finest products available for exterior decking. Few decking materials combine the beauty of real wood with natural durability, strength and easy maintenance. Brazilian Redwood is well-known throughout South America and Europe as one of the hardest and most durable species available.
 

Usage:

Boat frames, billiard cues, heavy construction, bridges, flooring in industrial plants, stair treads.

Important: *Currently Massaranduba is the only hardwood decking that carries the FSC Certification (Forestry Stewardship Council). This makes the timber unique for the ecologically minded.

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