Bocote
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DESCRIPTION: The heartwood is dull golden brown in color with variegated irregular markings and an attractive ray flecked figure on quarter sawn surfaces. It is straight grained, with a medium course texture. Weight is around 34 lb. per sq. ft.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Central America (Mainly Mexico)
BOTANICAL NAME: Cordia Alliodora
WORKING PROPERTIES: Works easily with both hand and power tools. Can be finished smoothly and cleanly in most machining operations. Takes nails and screws well, glues, stains and polishes to a good finish.
USES: Cabinets and furniture, decorative boxes, boat decking, vehicle bodies, light construction. Selected logs sliced for veneers suitable for paneling and furniture.