Texture is variable, but usually medium to coarse. USES Fine furniture, boat building and any application where good quality, medium weight hardwood is needed. Bending strength is similar to Teak. Resists denting and marring. Dimensional stability is good.
Seasoned wood holds shape.
Polishes to excellent finish. Responds fairly well to steam bending. Easily peeled and sliced into veneer. Seasons rapidly with little degrade. Shrinkage is small.