Scientific name:
Brosimum rubescens

Other names:
Muirapiranga
Satine
Rubane
Cardinal Wood

Bloodwood, also known as Satine and Muirapiranga, originates in Brazil and Peru and ranges in color from dark strawberry to a rich ‘blood’ red, occasionally with yellow streaking. More of a true red than Paduak it also holds its color longer.The wood is very dense, with a tight fine, mostly linear grain.

Weight:
63lbs per cu. ft. Typical Width = 4″ to 10″, typical Length = 4′ to 12′.

Use:
Cabinet making, furniture, decorative inlay, marquetry work, fancy boxes, turning, veneers.

General characteristic:
Bloodwood heartwood varies from gray-red to a deep rich red. Grain varies from straight to variable. It’s texture is fine and smooth. The wood is lustrous and sometimes has variegated yellow and red stripes.

Working properties:
Although hard and tough, it works easily with hand and power tools. May need pre-drilling for nailing. Holds screws well. Glues, stains and polishes to a very good finish. Use Gorilla glue or epoxy for best results.

Drying and shrinkage:
The wood is reported to be fairly easy to dry, but does require some care. Dries slowly without much degradation. The material is prone to checking, and there is a slight tendency for it to warp during drying.

Durability:
Heartwood resistance to preservative treatment is rated as high. The wood is reported to be resistant to attack by decay-causing organisms, termites, and dry wood insects.