Technical information about Angelim Pedra from Decking-Outlet.com
Technical Wood Properties for Angelim Pedra Decking, Rocky Deck, Angel's Heart
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- Scientific Name, Other Names: Hymenalobium excelsum, Para Angelim, Brazilian Apitong, Brazilian Keruing, Angel's Heart
- Description: Angelim Pedra gets its name form the Portuguese word for Rock or Stone, Pedra. Also known as Rocky Deck, Angel's Heart and Brazilian Apitong, Angelim Pedra is one of the best values in naturally durable tropical hardwoods. We think it looks best with a medium to dark brown stain such as SuperDeck Duckback Walnut Oil. The pedras are actually mineral deposits which will fade over time if left untreated; darker stains also help to mask the pedras. Angelim Pedra is not as dense as Ipe and it is also more open grain which means it will absorb an oil finish better.
- Janka Hardness: 1,720 pounds
- Strength (MOR): 18,255 psi
- Stiffness (MOE): 2,050 1000 psi
- Density (KG/m3): 960
- Tangential Shrinkage: 7.1 %
- Radial Shrinkage: 4.4 %
- About: 5/4x6 Decking is the most popular size which is commonly available. Also used in truck trailer applications as a substitute for Apitong or Keruing.
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