Product Details
Brownheart, Wacapou, Acapu
Commercial Name
Brownheart, Wacapou, Acapu
SBB Code
BRH
Botanical name
Vouacapoua americana
International trade name
Acapu / Wacapou
Family
Leguminosae
Wood description
Sapwood
Distinct, yellowish cream
Heartwood
Dark brown or reddish brown
Grain
Straight, sometimes slight wavy or roey
Texture
Coarse
Technological Characteristics
Green Density
1.10 g/cm3
Air dry density at 12% MC
0.91 g/cm3
Bending strength at 12% MC
208 N/mm2
Crushing strength at 12% MC
83 N/mm2
Uses:
Joinery, flooring, cabinet work, furniture, stairs, decorative trim, sleepers, post and poles, marine constructions