Primavera // Roseodendron donnell-smithii

Primavera lumber wood, Roseodendron donnell-smithii lumber for woodworking
"Primavera looks like a satin sheet with moderate figure and pale yellow color. The wood is lightweight, light in color, and has a moderately fine grain that can be likened to bleached mahogany - it's interesting and attractive. Even though the grain is frequently interlocked, primavera is easily shaped with sharp hand tools."
 
color of Primavera
Color Range
This is a pale golden yellow with a satin-like luster. Expect the color consistency to be moderate between boards.
other names for Primavera
Other Names
Primavera, Duranga, San juan, Palo blanco, Cortez, Cortez blanco, Prima Vera
uses for Primavera
Some Typical Uses
Decorative veneer, furniture building, cabinetry, trim
the Primavera tree
What's the Tree Like?
A full grown tree is majestic and slender at 80 to 100 feet tall and 24" to 36" in diameter
Primavera grows in Latin America
map of where Primavera grows
Weight

2.42

lbs /Bd. Ft.
-32.40% lighter than red oak (3.58 /bd. ft.)
Hardness

710

Janka Rating
-44.96% softer than red oak (1290 psi)
Density

0.47

Specific Gravity
-26.56% less dense than red oak (.64)

General Workability
Good 3/10
Red Oak

Wood Texture
Average 5/10
Red Oak

Ease of Finishing
Easy 2/10
Red Oak