Curupay "Patagonian Rosewood" Hardwood Sample (1/2"x3"x6")

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Curupay "Patagonian Rosewood" Hardwood Sample (1/2"x3"x6")

$9.00 ea.

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Why Choose Curupay?

A very strong, dense, and hard wood that surprisingly decent to work with and looks incredible with a clear finish. The wood often displays dark, or nearly black, lines and irregular stripes which makes it nice for fine woodwork pieces.

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.

Thickness 1/2" (≈ 1/2" approx)
Width 3"
Length 6"
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.
Approximated, actual size may vary +/- 1/8"
Weight

5.6

lbs /Bd. Ft.
56.42% heavier than red oak (3.58 /bd. ft.)
Hardness

3630

Janka Rating
181.40% harder than red oak (1290 psi)
Density

0.86

Specific Gravity
34.38% more dense than red oak (.64)

General Workability
Average 6/10
Red Oak

Wood Texture
V. Fine 2/10
Red Oak

Ease of Finishing
Easy 2/10
Red Oak

map of where Curupay tree grows

(Anadenanthera macrocarpa)
Curupay grows in Latin America

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color of Curupay
Color Range
Dark red, slightly maroon, with irregular dark (or nearly black) streaks and stripes
the Curupay tree
What's The Tree Like?
The tree is reported to reach a height of about 80 feet (24 m), with a trunk diameter of 24 to 36 inches (60 to 90 cm). It develops straight and clear boles that are about 24 feet (7 m) long.
other names for Curupay
Other Names
Angico prieto, Cebil, Cebil Colorado, Curupay, Curupay ata, Patagonia Rosewood
uses for Curupay
Some Typical Uses
Furniture, Musical instruments, flooring, various exterior uses, Marine construction, Tool handles, Turnery, Barge fenders, Docks, Exterior trim & siding, Handles, Naval architecture, Parquet flooring, Rafts, Shingles
2 Reviews
90%
Overall
3 star
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2 star
0
1 star
0
4 / 5
February 1st, 2011
DHW
Keller TX USA
Hardwood reference collection
This is going into my sample collection of hardwoods for future reference. Actually, I give this a 4.5 stars for grain and beauty.
5 / 5
December 14th, 2010
JWM
n/a
Sample Block
Excellent quality. I would recommend these samples for planning mixed wood projects.

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