Tauari

#202310

GENERAL SPECS

Heartwood and sapwood indistinct by color
Yellow-white to light yellow-beige
Moderate brightness
Smell variable from little noticeable to noticeable, in this case, unpleasant, slightly bitter taste
Medium density
Soft to the cut
Grain right
Medium texture

NATURAL DURABILITY

Presents low resistance to attack by xylophagus organisms (fungi and termites). Some species present a tendency to blue spot, caused by staining fungi, and should be used dry and protected from humidity. In a field test, in contact with the ground, this wood was considered as not durable, with a life of less than two years.

WORKABILITY

Tauari wood is moderately soft to cut, presenting a good finish, although sometimes the surface has a frozy appearance. some species have silica, which contributes to wearing tools.

APLICATIONS

Internal light, frames: doors, windows, shutters.

Internal light, structural: lathes, secondary parts of structures.

Internal lightweight, general utility: cords, trimsuits, plinths, linings, furniture wainscoting.

General utility: standard furniture, furniture structures, internal parts of furniture including decorative furniture.

Other uses: Blades, plywood sheet, packaging, curved or curved parts, broom handles, sporting articles and toys, decoration and adornments, musical instruments or parts thereof, pencils, picks, reels.

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