TigerWood Hardwood Technical Species Information

Detailed scientific and mechanical properties for Tigerwood Hardwood Lumber

Tigerwood

Description: Tigerwood is a highly distinctive exotic wood with vibrant reddish-brown tones and prominent black striping that varies in thickness from fine strokes to thick contours. Its interlocked grain is also wavy and irregular, complimenting the wood’s dynamic appearance. Tigerwood is ranked among the more durable hardwoods with a Janka hardness rating of 1850, making Tigerwood a visually striking floor that lasts.
More Info: We specialize in both unfinished hardwood floors and prefinished flooring. Available width are 3", 4" and 5". Please see our product catalog for more information.
Other Names: Astronium fraxinifolium, Muiracatiara, Cuta Tigre, Bois de Zebre, Bossona, Goncalo Alves, Mura, Kingwood, Urunday-para, Zebrawood, Zorrowood
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Janka Hardness: 1,850 pounds
Strength (MOR): 20,120 psi
Stiffness (MOE): 2,390 1000 psi
Density (KG/m3): 930
Color: Reddish-brown heartwood with brownish-white sapwood.
Photosensitivity: Moderate
Tangential Shrinkage: 7.6%
Radial Shrinkage: 4.0%
Family: Anacardiaceae
Tree Characteristics:
Geographic Area: Brazil, Paraguay, Uruguay, Venezuela
Texture: Fine
Grain: Irregular and wavy or interlocked
Luster: Medium to dull
Durability Rating: Highly durable, resistant to insect attack.
Drying Characteristics: Slow drying, difficult to dry
Working Characteristics: Difficult to cut, nailing requires predrilling.
Applications: Boats, decorative veneer, furniture, joinery, flooring, musical instruments, plywood, railroad ties, turnery.