COMMON NAMES:   Kingwood, violet wood, violetta, bois violet

SPECIFIC GRAVITY:   1.2

DENSITY:  75 lbs./cu.ft.

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DURABILITY1:   Good

SOURCE:  Brazil, South America

DESCRIPTION:   A very strong, tough wood, with a distinguishable appearance. Heartwood is variegated with streaks of black, violet brown, yellow tan, and pinkish tan. Grain is typically straight. Lustrous and fine textured. Good machine and hand tool workability. Moderate dulling to cutters. Good for holding nails and screws. Gives a finish that is naturally waxy. Used for oyster veneering, inlays, marquetry, turnery, inlay bandings, and fancy items.

1 Durability refers to a wood's resistance to rotting in wet environments.