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Jatoba live edge wood slabs
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Our Jatoba Inventory

We have over Jatoba slabs in stock online in sizes that usually range:

  • Up to 33" wide
  • Up to 9' long
  • Up to 2" thick

Jatoba Origin:

Jatoba, also known as Brazilian Cherry, is found in southern Mexico, Central America, West Indies, Bolivia, Peru and Brazil.

Jatoba Workability:

Because Jatoba has a high density, it is can be difficult to work with and plane. It holds nails and screws well, but you may need to pre-bore the holes. It will glue, stain, turn, and finish well.

Jatoba Uses:

Because of its color and durability, Jatoba is popular for flooring. It is also a good choice for turning, fine furniture, and cabinetry.

Color:

The heartwood is a red-orange color when freshly cut; when seasoned the color darkens and often has dark stripes. The sapwood is light gray, sometimes with a pink hue, and can be wide and clearly defined.

Janka Hardness:

2690 (hard)

Decay and Weather Resistance:

Jatoba is rated as very durable and rot resistant. It is known to be resistant to termites and most insects.

Jatoba

Close up photo to show grain of a Jatoba slab

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