JATOBA

Jatoba Lumber (Imported Woods) is considered difficult to work with on account of its density and hardness, and has a moderate blunting effect on tool cutters. Jatoba Lumber also tends to be difficult to plane without tear-out due to its interlocking grain. However, Jatoba glues, stains, turns, and finishes well. Responds well to steam-bending. Jatoba grain is typically interlocked, with a medium to coarse texture. Good natural luster.