Royal Mahogany
Mahogany (Royal) is 111% as hard as Red Oak (1400 on the Janka scale vs. 1260 for Red Oak).
- Flooring Trade Name
Mahogany (Royal)
- Botanical Name
Pithecellobium, arboreum
- Lumber Trade Name(s)
Cola de Marona, Barba Jolote
- Origin
North America, Central America
- Description
Mahogany (Royal) is often used as a stronger more durable substitute for equally attractive Honduran Mahogany.
- Stability
Mahogany (Royal) demonstrates an average level of stability, similar to Red Oak.
- Safety/Allergic Reactions
No information available at this time
- Color Change (photo-sensitivity)
Mahogany (Royal) exhibits a medium degree of color change as it darkens over time to a rich deep mahogany color.
- Color Range
Mahogany (Royal) offers relatively uniform coloring, ranging from medium reddish/browns, sometimes with darker striping.
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