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Specie Names
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Grown in:
Paraguay, Argentina & Brazil.
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Lumber Name(s):
Patagonian Chestnut, Incensio, parda, or Myrocarpus, frondosus.
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Description
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A highly sought after species with unique graining and coloring, widely used in Italy for flooring.
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Color Range and Color Change
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Color Change:
Muted to medium brown with golden highlights.
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Color Range:
Golden tan/Medium browns.
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Where to Use
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Can be used both residentially and commercially wherever the unique graining and coloration of Patagonian Chestnut is desired.
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Special Characteristics and Issues
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A variegated tan brown with olive gray backgrounds, with lots of swirling grain and small burl marks.
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Site Sanding/ Finishing:
Color range becomes less variegated and a more uniform tan brown over time.
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Hardness Chart for
Patagonian Chestnut
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Species Comparative Hardness (Janka Scale):
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