Massaranduba

The wood is very heavy and exhibits low linear contractions and moderately stable volumetric contraction. Although its high mechanical resistance and its hardness lower the wood’s overall workability, it responds well to brushing, drilling, turning, and molding. The wood’s natural drying is slow but it behaves well under artificial drying with a less severe schedule. It has high natural durability. The heartwood is resistant to biological attack but is susceptible to marine insects. The vacuum-pressure method is recommended for preservation.