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Mahogany, Brazilian (Swietenia macrophylla)
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| Other names: |
Central American, Honduras, Costa Rican, Peruvian mahogany, etc. (according to origin).
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Central and South America
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| Characteristics: |
A medium-textured wood with straight-and-even or interlocked grain. Heartwood is reddish brown to deep red.
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Good
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35lb/cubic foot (560kg/cubic meter)
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Interior paneling and joinery, boat planking, carving, furniture, pianos, venners.
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| Finishing: |
Good
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