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Curupixa

Micropholis venulosa

Trade Names

Curupixa

Latin Names

Micropholis venulosa

Similar to

Hard Maple, Amercian Birch

Origin

South America

Range

In South America’s tropical area, mainly in the Amazona basin and Guyana. The tree reaches heights up to 40 m and diameters up to 90 cm.

Uses

Hardly known in Europe as veneer wood. Some demand as figured veneers in Asia and on the American continent. Used there for interior construction and for furniture production. In South America, Curupixa is used in the veneer production and also for plywood, parquetry and construction wood. Most veneers are manufactured as quarters.

Properties

The wood is yellowish to gray-brown, sometimes with a rosy touch. The structure is smooth and even, no prominent appearance.

Machining

Requires machining with carbide tools which still tend to dull.

Seasoning

Only slight tendency to warp and check.

Finishing

Takes stains and lacquers very well.

Jointing

Problem-free; screw and nail joints hold well.

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