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Massaranduba hardwood decking by Exterpark
Scientific Name: Manilkara bidentata
Other Names: Balata. Bolletrie & Maparaluba
Origin: South America, Central America and the West Indies
   
Appearance
 
In many ways its properties and uses are similar to Greenheart and Ekki. It has dark red brown slightly purplish heartwood, which turns to dark reddish brown on exposure with a distinct pale pink brown sapwood. It is straight grained and has a fine texture.

 
 
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Properties:

Massaranduba is an extremely strong and durable timber. It is used in heavy construction and marine work also ideal for flooring and decking. Due to the timbers straight grain and fine texture it is possible to produce a fine finish which has allowed it to be also used for tool handles and furniture components. The timber is naturally durable and is very resistant to decay and termites
   
Janka Hardness: 3190
Density: 1100 kg/m3
 
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