Jatoba/Brazilian Cherry Hardwood Sample (1/2"x3"x6")

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Jatoba/Brazilian Cherry Hardwood Sample (1/2"x3"x6")

$8.00 ea.

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Why Choose Jatoba?

Also called Brazilian Cherry, and one of our more popular imported woods. Hard, very heavy, and very tough. The grain is commonly interlocked with a medium coarse texture. Somewhat difficult to work due to its hardness and weight, however Jatoba remains a popular choice for furniture pieces and other woodwork.

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

4.67

lbs /Bd. Ft.
30.45% heavier than red oak (3.58 /bd. ft.)
Hardness

2653

Janka Rating
105.66% harder than red oak (1290 psi)
Density

0.91

Specific Gravity
42.19% 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 Jatoba tree grows

(Hymenaea courbaril)
Jatoba grows in Latin America

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color of Jatoba
Color Range
Russett to reddish brown, often with dark stripes or streaks.
the Jatoba tree
What's The Tree Like?
Usually less than 100 feet with a trunk 24-48", but occasionally larger. May have swollen bases or buttresses and boles clear to 80 feet.
other names for Jatoba
Other Names
Alga, Algarrobo, Azucar huayo, Brazilian Cherry, Copal, Copinol, Courbaril, Gaupinol, Jatahy, Jatoba, Jutai, Kawanari, Locust, Pie de venado, Rode locus, Rode rode locus, West indian locust
uses for Jatoba
Some Typical Uses
Furniture, cabinets, flooring, veneer, decks, outdoor furniture, trim, stairs, moldings.
3 Reviews
93.4%
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5
February 3rd, 2020
Verified Buyer
Sledge
n/a
Nice sample of Jatoba
I ordered this sample piece of Jatoba to test a stain before attempting to stain a Jatoba fretboard. The sample was plenty large enough and had a clear grain structure. Worked great and the stain also worked great.
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August 4th, 2016
Verified Buyer
Fredak
Kentucky
I have no title
The sample was as advertised and arrived timely. After applying a light coat of shellac, I found it to be very similar to American cherry. As cherry is readily available here in Kentucky , I will stick with with the local product. Your service was great and I expect to order from you in the future.
5
June 22nd, 2011
S.G.V.
Westfield MA USA
Brazilian Cherry Sample
I ordered this to see how it would work for a project I was working on. It didn't work out but I know of a few more projects it will work out on. Having low cost samples of different wood is a great idea!

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