Cocobolo Lumber
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If you need cocobolo lumber for any project, let us help you! You can find lumber in many sizes along with flooring, turning blanks, and thinwood. Do you have a special project and custom milling? We custom mill cocobolo and can provide you with a wide variery of options.
Cocobolo is an amazing, rare exotic wood. Experienced wood workers love to use cocobolo because it adds a touch of elegance and artistry to their pieces. Below are the technical specs that you need to know when working with cocobolo. Whether you're a seasoned pro, or getting ready to use your new lathe for the very first time, you can buy cocobolo lumber from us with confidence.
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Description |
Variegated tones of red orange and purple with darker to black contrasting grain lines. Grain pattern often swirly and or burl like. Sometimes strait grained but usually in larger trees.
Weight from about 61-75 lbs per cu. ft. Typical Width = 4" to 7" Typical Length = 3' to 5' Cocobolo lumber comes from three major areas. Each have their own unique characteristics: Mexico: Mexican Cocobolo
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Country of Origin |
Mexico Central America and areas of northern South America |
Botanical Name |
Dalbergia Retusa or Dalbergia Granadillo |
Other Names |
Granadillo (Mexico), rosewood, cocobola , cocobolo rosewood |
Mechanical Properties |
High mechanical strength in all categories. |
Janka Hardness |
1136 |
Working Properties |
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Durability |
Very durable and resistant to preservative treatment. |
Seasoning |
Dries very slowly with a marked tendency to split and check. Small movement in service. |
Uses |
Turning, cutlery handles, tool handles, wine bottle stoppers, bowls, truncheons, fancy goods, executive pens, wood game calls, jewelry boxes, wooden jewelry, decorative items and inlay.
Also a perfect wood for unique, exotic looking hardwood flooring. |
Comments |
Like with many woods, use of protective eye and mouth wear is recommended. Cocobolo wood dust can be a moderate irritant to exposed skin. |