Cumaru Wood Slabs
This wood has a lot of the same properties as Ipe. One of the major differences is its appearance. Cumaru comes in two general colors: red and yellow, although the yellow has more of a champagne tone. Cumaru is generally warmer and lighter than Ipe, but sometimes the two woods are nearly indistinguishable by color alone. If this is the case, you have to pay attention to the grain. Cumaru has an open grain with long, hair-like fibers and larger pores in the end grain. Cumaru and Ipe are close in hardness (Cumaru is 3540 lbs per ft). Cumaru is more dense, a little less stable, and shares Ipe’s workability. Sanding Cumaru is not easy thanks to its open grain. It’s similar to sanding red oak in how it never feels completely smooth. Gluing is difficult and not recommended. When working with Cumaru, you may notice a faint cinnamon-and-vanilla scent.Because Cumaru is so heavy and dense, you’ll want an experienced craftsman to get the best results.
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Almendrillo, Brazilian Teak, Tonka, Tonquin Bean
Dipteryx odorata
South America (Brazil)