Imported Hardwood Pau Amarello (Yellowheart)
Latin Name: Euxylophora paraensis
Family: Rutaceae - the Rue of Citus family
Other Common Name(s): Amarello, Brazilian Satinwood, Canarywood, Limao Rana, Pau Setim, Pequia Setim, Yellow Satinwood, Yellowheart
Imported Hardwood
Suitable for Exterior/Interior Use
Interior Use Only
Uses
Cabinets, Interior Trim, Millwork, Mouldings, Turnings
Distribution
This species grows in the Amazon Basin.
General Description: The sapwood closets to the bark is white, but gradually darkens as it blends into the heartwood. The heartwood is a creamy yellow, which darkens to a orangey-tan color. The grain is interlocked and irregular and can frequently have a ropey or mottled figure. The texture is fine and even. Most commonly called Yellowheart.
Price Range ($ least expensive, $$$$$ most expensive):
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Working Properties
Machining: Fair
Nailing: Poor
Glueing: Good
Screwing: Poor
Finishing: Good
Physical Properties
Weight (lbs/BF): 4.25
Specific Gravity: 0.7
Modulus of Rupture (psi): 13,200-16,200
Modulus of Elasticity (1,000 psi): 2,040-2,180
Side Hardness (lbs): 1820
Additional Information
Item Availability
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