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Species Information / Tigerwood |
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The Species: |
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Flooring Trade Name: Tigerwood
Botanical Name:
Astronium, spp
Lumber Name:
Goncalo Alves
Grows In: Brazil, Bolivia, Peru, Guatemala, Mexico
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Products Available in Tigerwood |
See
page below for a listing of all the products available in this
species: Products
/ Tigerwood
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Description: |
| Tigerwood is a boldly striped species which has an
orange/reddish
brown background with wide dark brownish black striping,
which we liken to the striping found in “vanilla fudge” ice
cream. |
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Color Range & Color Change: |
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Color
Range:
Tigerwood, as the name suggests, is a species
which exhibits a wide range of color/striping. The
striping can vary from fine lines to bold “brush strokes”.
The background color can range from light tans to darker orange
browns.
Color
Change:
Tigerwood exhibits a large
degree of color change with a pronounced
darkening of the background under the
stripes from an orangey tan to a deep
reddish brown color, which then in turn
makes the striping less contrasting and more
subtle.
View WFI's
Color Properties Chart below to compare this specie with other
species:
WFI's
Color
Properties Chart View
WFI's Tigerwood Photo Page for photos of the typical color range & change to be expected:
WFI's Tigerwood Photo Page
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Hardness: |
Tigerwood
is 170% as hard as red oak (2160 on the Janka
scale vs. 1260 for red oak). |
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For hardness comparisons
to additional species, please go to:
WFI's
Species
Hardness
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Where to Use: |
| Tigerwood may be used residentially or commercially wherever the strong look
of contrasting striping is desired.
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Special Characteristics /
Issues Specific to this Species: |
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Stability:
average, similar to Red Oak. For additional
information, see:
WFI's
Wood Properties Chart
on the WFI Downloads page.
Finish Issues: (for site sanding/finishing only) -
none known at this time - see:
WFI's
Finish Recommendations on the WFI Downloads page
before commencing any site finishing. Safety/Allergic Reaction Issues:
Tigerwood
has been known to cause contact dermatitis allergic
reactions. Care should be taken when exposed to the dust
- see:
WFI's
Material Safety on
the WFI Downloads page for safety issues with wood dust. -
Other Characteristics/Issues specific to this species:
none known at this time - see
Feedback
/
Tigerwood
on the WFI
Site Map to see what others have experienced with this
species.
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Technical Information: |
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Note: |
Additional Technical Information
on this species can be accessed from the links below:
U.S. Forest Products Laboratory -
Tigerwood Only
U.S.
Forest Products Laboratory
- to access all species
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