PURPLE HEART
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Description
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SpeciesPurple Heart
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Scientific NamePeltogyne Paniculata
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Wood description
Heartwood color is purple to dark brown. Sapwood color is white to yellow
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Weight1000-1100 kg/m3
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Machining Properties
Machining is difficult due to irregular grains, power tools required, special glue required, preboring necessary for nailing & screwing
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Finishing
Gives good result after polishing. Melamine, UV and PU coating is recommended.
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Drying & treatment
Drying is slow. Preservative treatment is moderate. Air drying is recommended. After drying gives good color effect.
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Common uses
Heavy furniture, door frames, door panels & windows, structure, billiard cue butts, construction purpose, flooring, panelling, office furniture, stair work, railings etc.
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Additional Information
Heartwood is dull brown when freshly cut but changes rapidly to purple color, Prolonged exposure to sun rays tones down the color to dark purple – brown.
