SANTOS MAHOGANY
SANTOS MAHOGANY WOOD EXTRA INFORMATION
Santos Mahogany Wood is a durable, water-resistant species with a golden brown to dark red color. It has a medium fine texture and possesses a natural luster. It is often used for interior flooring, furniture, and interior trim. Still, given its properties, this wood can also be used for outdoor structures.
SANTOS MAHOGANY WOOD TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Species: Myroxylon balsamum.
Other Name(s): Santos Mahogany, Cabreuva, Balsamo, Balsamo of Peru, Vermelha, Cedro Chino, Chirraca, Estoraque, Incienso, Nabal, Navo, Palo de Balsamo, Quina, Sandalo, Tache, Tolu,
Santos Mahogany Origin: Southern Mexico and Central and South America.
Appearance: Santos Mahogany is characterized for being a red-colored wood. However, the color ranges from light orange-brown to dark reddish brown. It has a tight, interlocked grain. It has a medium to a high luster.
Tree Size: 65-100 ft (20-30 m) tall, 2-3 ft (.6-1.0 m) trunk diameter.
Average Dried Weight: 57 lbs/ft3 (915 kg/m3).
Specific Gravity (Basic, 12% MC): .74, .91.
Janka Hardness: 2,400 lbf (10,680 N).
Modulus of Rupture: 21,570 lbf/in2 (148.7 MPa).
Elastic Modulus: 2,380,000 lbf/in2 (16.41 GPa).
Crushing Strength: 11,680 lbf/in2 (80.6 MPa).
Shrinkage: Radial: 3.8%, Tangential: 6.2%, Volumetric: 10.0%, T/R Ratio: 1.6.
Workability: Sawing, machining, and hand tools are challenging, so pre-drilling is recommended when working with Santos Mahogany. As with other hardwoods, its density has a blunting effect on tools. Santos mahogany cannot be glued. It also does not stain as quickly as other hardwoods. It stands to a high polish.
Preservation: Santos Mahogany hardwood naturally weathers to a beautiful silver-gray patina. A deck oil with UV inhibitors or sealers is an excellent option to maintain this rich tone.
Sustainable: The Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) does not list Santos Mahogany in its appendices. The Forest Legality Initiative also states that Santos Mahogany can be exported and traded internationally.
The International Union for Conservation of Nature’s Red List of Threatened Species (IUCN) does not list Santos Mahogany as endangered. Brazilian Lumber, LLC meets high standards for social, economic, and environmental responsibility. We monitor and document the chain of custody of all our hardwood. We are Lacey Act compliant, IBAMA compliant, and provide -certified options. This means that purchasing from us fuels the hardwood lumber economy in South American forests, providing well-paying jobs for many people, and the industry values its conservation and preservation.
ADVANTAGES OF USING SANTOS MAHOGANY WOOD FOR YOUR OUTDOOR PROJECTS?
- Strong and Durable
- Low Maintenance
- Natural Look
- Long Life Span
- Sustainably Sourced
- Boosts your Property Value
- Lower price-point than Ipe
