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Peruvian Walnut

Grain is usually straight, but can be irregular. Has a medium to coarse texture. Heartwood tends to be darker than temperate walnut species, with a deep chocolate brown color, sometimes with a purplish hue. Peruvian Walnut is rated as moderately durable in terms of decay resistance, though it is susceptible to insect attack. Typically easy to work provided the grain is straight and regular.

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Prime

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aPPLICATIONS:

Furniture, cabinetry, veneers, flooring, musical instruments, and interior trim.

ALSO CONSIDER

Purpleheart

The grain is usually straight, but can also be wavy or irregular. Has a medium texture. When freshly cut the heartwood of purpleheart can be a dull grayish/purplish brown. Upon exposure—usually within a few days—the wood becomes a deeper eggplant purple. With further age and exposure to UV light, the wood becomes a dark brown with a hint of purple. Working with purpleheart can present some challenges. Rot and insect resistant, except marine borers.

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European Beech

Pale straw color, veneer slightly darker, poor insect/ borer resistance, good workability, machines, glues, finishes and turns well.

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Angelique Naval Timber

Highly durable, dense and strong tropical hardwood with interlocking grain and high silica content.

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30+ species in stock

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