Peroba lumber wood, Aspidosperma spp lumber for woodworking

Peroba // Aspidosperma spp

This fine textured and dense wood becomes creamy golden tan with extended exposure. Works and finishes nicely due to the density and extremely fine texture.
 
color of Peroba
Color Range
Mild yellowish tan, very creamy and even colored.
other names for Peroba
Other Names
Amarello, Amargosa, Ibira romi, Palo rosa, Peroba rosa, Red peroba, Rosa peroba
uses for Peroba
Some Typical Uses
Furniture, flooring, musical instruments, other interior millwork.
the Peroba tree
What's the Tree Like?
Peroba attains an average height of 90 feet and an average trunk diameter of 30 inches, but it may grow larger under different conditions. The tree usually develops a straight and clear bole.
Peroba grows in Latin America
map of where Peroba grows
Weight

3.91

lbs /Bd. Ft.
9.22% heavier than red oak (3.58 /bd. ft.)
Hardness

1670

Janka Rating
29.46% harder than red oak (1290 psi)
Density

0.65

Specific Gravity
1.56% more dense than red oak (.64)

General Workability
Somewhat Difficult 7/10
Red Oak

Wood Texture
Fine 3/10
Red Oak

Ease of Finishing
Easy 2/10
Red Oak