Honduras Mahogany veneer
Above you see an example of Honduras Mahogany veneer. If you are interested in this specie, please do not hesitate to contact us.
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Characteristics of Honduras Mahogany veneer
Latin name:
Swietenia macrophylla; Fam. Meliaceae
Other names:
South and Central American Mahogany, Caoba, Acajou d`Amerique, Mara, Mogno, Aguano, Araputanga, Chacalte, Oriura, Bigleaf Mahogany, British Honduras Mahogany, Genuine Mahogany, Costa Rican, Brazilian, Peruvian, Nicaraguan M., etc. according to country of
Characteristics:
rare, CITES listed specie of strong and dense wood, heartwood durable and extremely resistant to preservative treatment, straight grain with fine even texture, works easily with hand and power tools
Wood color:
freshly cut reddish brown to medium red, pinkish, yellowish or salmon red, with age darkening to a deep rich reddish-brown
Source:
Central and South America (Southern Mexico, Central America, Colombia and Venezuela into the Amazon basin to Northern Bolivia and Eastern Peru). ***Swietenia macrophylla is an endangered specie and may only be traded with CITES permit.***
Application:
high class furniture and cabinetry, boat interiors, pianos, mouldings, modelling, pattern making, carvings
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