Cambara

Cambara
Cambara

Cambara has a beautiful, deep reddish-brown heartwood and a distinct grayish-white sapwood. Straight grained with a typically medium to coarse grain, it is valued for its color consistency. Scientific name: Erisma uncinatumFamily: VochysiaceaeOrigin: Suriname, Guyana, French Guiana, BrazilOther names: Cedrinho, Felikwari, Jaboty, Singrikwari Natural Durability: Class 2-3 with poor resistance to termites and marine bordersDensity (12%): 610 kg/m³Shrinkage (%): rad. 2%, tang. 5,1%Bending: 80 N/mm²Drying: fast, slight cupping Working: easy Finishing: good Uses: interior and exterior joinery, millwork, plywood, veneer.