Caribbean Rosewood
Rosewood (Caribbean) is 183% as hard as Red Oak (2300 on the Janka scale vs. 1260 for Red Oak).
- Flooring Trade Name
Rosewood (Caribbean)
- Botanical Name
Metopium, browneii
- Lumber Trade Name(s)
Chechen, Poison Wood
- Origin
North America, Central America
- Description
Rosewood (Caribbean) is known for its unique beauty highlighted by exotic coloring and fine graining.
- Stability
Roesewood (Caribbean) demonstrates an average level of stability, similar to Red Oak.
- Safety/Allergic Reactions
Rosewood (Caribbean) has been associated with contact dermatitis and respiratory reactions when coming into contact with the dust. Care must be taken when cutting or sanding this wood.
- Color Change (photo-sensitivity)
Rosewood (Caribbean) exhibits a medium degree of color change, with the muting of the color variation and some darkening over time.
- Color Range
Rosewood (Caribbean) offers a wide range of colors from cream swirls to gold orange highlights and black striping over a medium brown background.
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