
Santos Rosewood Veneer
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Characteristics of Santos Rosewood veneer
- Latin name: Machaerium scleroxylum; Fam. Fabaceae
- Other names: Santos palisandro, Morado, Caviuna, Pau Ferro, Pao Ferro
- Characteristics: very decorative, careful drying necessary, high oil content
- Wood color: reddish purple to lightbrown to blackbrown grained, huge color variations within a parcel, straight as well as interlocked grain possible
- Source: South America: Bolivia, Southwest Brazil
- Application: enhanced interior design, panelings, high end furniture, parquets, musical instruments, turnery
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