JATOBA

Jatoba Lumber (Imported Woods) is a tropical hardwood known for its durability and attractive appearance. The heartwood varies from a light orangish brown to a darker reddish brown, often with contrasting darker grayish brown streaks. The color tends to darken upon exposure to light. The sapwood is a light grayish yellow, clearly demarcated from the heartwood. Jatoba typically has an interlocked grain with a medium to coarse texture. The wood possesses a good natural luster. Highly resistant to both rot and insect attack, Jatoba Lumber is considered difficult to work with due to its density and hardness. It can have a moderate blunting effect on tool cutters and tends to be difficult to plane without tearout due to its interlocking grain. However, Jatoba glues, stains, turns, and finishes well. It also responds well to steam-bending. Given its properties, Jatoba is commonly used in flooring, furniture, cabinetry, tool handles, shipbuilding, railroad ties, turned objects, and other small specialty items. Its durability and attractive appearance make it a popular choice for demanding applications.