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Goncalo Alves Hardwood Sample
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Get your hands on a wood you've never tried before! It's simple. Samples are milled on all sides to the standard size of 1/2'' X 3'' X 6'', as determined by The International Wood Collectors Society, and include the shipping cost within the 48 U.S. Each one is labeled with the botanical and common names. Use these to test finishes and stains, to compare color and grain characteristics, etc.
Ground Shipping is included anywhere in the 48 U.S.!
Thickness: 1/2'' actual thickness, planed and sanded smooth
Widths: Ripped to 3''
Lengths: 6'' and cut square
Grade: Samples are milled on all sides, cut square and sanded; wood is a product of nature with inconsistencies from piece to piece. Use species samples as a guide, not a perfect representation.. See our page about Hardwood Grading for some details about common lumber grades and their definitions.
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Goncalo Alves comes from
Parts of Central and South America

Botanical Name:
Astronium fraxinifolium
Other Names:
Bois de zebra, Bossona, Bototo, Coubaril, Gateado, Gomavel, Goncalo alves, Guarabu bata, Guarabu, encirado, Guarabu rajado, Gusanero, Jejuira, Kingwood, Locustwood, Muiracatiara, Mura, Muira, Muiraquatiara, Mura, Rajado branco, Red astronium, Robel gatea,Tigerwood
Color:
Light golden brown to reddish brown with blackish brown streaks.
Characteristics:
Hard and heavy. Fine texture and takes a glass-like finish. Difficult to work, but turns well and is quite durable and weather resistant.
Typical Uses:
Furniture, cabinets, flooring, tool handles.
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