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Kingwood (Dalbergia cearensis)
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| Other names: |
Violet wood, violetta (USA)
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| Sources: |
South America
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| Characteristics: |
A fine even-textured lustrous wood. The heartwood has attractive variegated striped figure of violet-brown, black and golden yellow.
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| Workability: |
Good
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| Average dried weight: |
75lb/cubic foot (1200kg/cubic meter)
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| Common uses: |
Inlay, turning, marquetry.
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| Finishing: |
Good
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