| Species |
Purple Heart |
| Scientific Name |
Peltogyne Paniculata |
| Wood description |
Heartwood color is purple to dark brown. Sapwood color is white to yellow |
| Weight |
1000-1100 kg/m3 |
| Machining Properties |
Machining is difficult due to irregular grains, power tools required, special glue required, preboring necessary for nailing & screwing |
| Finishing |
Gives good result after polishing. Melamine, UV and PU coating is recommended. |
| Drying & treatment |
Drying is slow. Preservative treatment is moderate. Air drying is recommended. After drying gives good color effect. |
| Common uses |
Heavy furniture, door frames, door panels & windows, structure, billiard cue butts, construction purpose, flooring, panelling, office furniture, stair work, railings etc. |
| 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. |
