Source

Purpleheart is available in the forests of Precious Woods, located in the Amazon region of Brazil. The large trees attain heights of about 50 m and diameters of 50 -120 cm. The trunk is straight and cylindrical with a clear bole length of about 18-27 m.

Appearance

Directly after molding, the heartwood has a pale brown color, which very quickly changes to purple after exposure. The color darkens to dark brown after a longer period of exposure to the light. It has a fine stripy pattern, and a slight luster.  The sapwood is easy to distinguish. The grain is straight and the texture is fine.  In a certain botanical species – sometimes common in standard trade quality – ‘traumatic’ resin canals can be found, showing darker lines in the longitudinal direction of the wood (see wood picture).

Processing properties

The heartwood can be machined well, resulting in a smooth surface. Pre-drilling is recommended. Finishing and gluing are in accordance with the Dutch regulations for windows and doors (provided the resin canals). Purpleheart dries slowly with a tendency to surface checking. The wood has a tendency to bleed water soluble extractives. Sawdust of this species can cause an allergic reaction. 

Application

This exclusive species is used for several purposes:

Interior: e.g. parquet, furniture and stairs

Exterior: e.g. boardwalks, gardens, piles and bridge constructions

Cladding >

Door villa >

Conference table >

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