Palo Azul is a type of wood that is known for its beautiful blue color. However, sometimes the wood does not turn blue and this can be due to a few different reasons.
One reason why Palo Azul might not turn blue is if it was not properly cured. The curing process helps to bring out the natural colors in the wood and without it, the wood may not develop its full color potential. If you suspect that your Palo Azul is not properly cured, you can try re-curing it by soaking it in water for 24 hours followed by drying it in the sun for 48 hours.
Another reason why your Palo Azul might not be turning blue could be because of the type of tree that it came from. There are two main types of Palo Azul trees - Prosopis pallida and Prosopis juliflora - and only the latter produces wood with a vibrant blue hue. If your Palo Azul came from a Prosopis pallida tree, then it is likely that the wood will be more muted in color.
Finally, weather conditions can also affect the color of Palo Azul. If the tree was growing in an area with high humidity, then the wood will tend to be more yellow or greenish in color rather than blue. Similarly, if the tree was growing in an area with very little sunlight, then the wood may also be less colorful.
If you're wondering why your Palo Azul isn't turning blue, then one (or more) of these factors could be at play. Be sure to check whether yourwood is properly cured and come from a Prosopis juliflora tree for best results!