Tonka
Durability: Very Durable
Colour: Medium
Sizes available: 50mm, 100- 300 mm wide
| Trade Name: | Tonka |
| Botanical Species: | Dipteryx odorata |
| Other Names: | Cumaru, Shihuahuaco |
| Country of Origin: | South America |
| Air Dry Density: | 1085 kg/m3 |
| Durability: | Very Durable |
| Strength: | S1 |
Description:
Heartwood tends to be a medium to dark brown, sometimes with a reddish or purplish hue; some pieces may have streaks of yellowish or greenish brown .Lustre is low to medium. Grain is interlocked, with a medium texture and a waxy feel.
Rot Resistance:
Cumaru has excellent durability and weathering properties. The wood is rated as very durable regarding decay resistance, though it may be susceptible to some insect attacks.
Working Qualities:
Tends to be difficult to work on account of its density and interlocked grain. If the grain is not too interlocked, Cumaru can be surface-planed to a smooth finish. However, the wood contains silica and will have a moderate blunting effect on tool cutters. Due to its high oil content and density, Cumaru can present difficulties in gluing, and pre-boring is necessary when screwing or nailing the wood.
Uses:
Flooring, heavy construction, docks, railroad ties, bearings, handles, and other turned objects.
Product Attributes:
- Very strong, hard and tough.
- Shock resistant is high
