Tropical Hardwood Species & Grades
Tigerwood
Other Common Names: Goncalo Alves, Jobillo, Brazilian Tigerwood
Botanical Name: Astronium graveolens
Source Region: Mexico southward to Brazil
Common Uses: Veneers, flooring, decking, turned objects, furniture and archery bows
Interior Application: Yes
Exterior Application: Yes
Working Properties:
Tigerwood has a high density, but it is relatively easy to work with. It can have a moderate blunting effect on cutters, and pieces with irregular grain can be challenging to plane and machine. It can be difficult to glue as it is very resistant to moisture absorption. It turns and finishes well.
Numeric Values:
Specific Gravity: .80, .91
Janka Hardness: 2,170
Weight: 5.3 lbs/BF
Product Specification
Grades: Select & Better
Thickness: 4/4 & 8/4
Grain Sorts: None
Widths: 4" and wider
Truck Loadablity: 8,500 BF
Lengths: 6' and longer
