Technical species specifications for Bacana, Copaiba from StoneWood Outlet.

Bacana, Copaiba Hardwood Flooring

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• Scientific Name, Other Names: Copaifera spp, Copaiba, Copaibeira
• Description: Bacana Chestnut has a great tonal assortment of rich reddish-browns in the heartwood with dark stripes helping to set it apart from its grayish sapwood. This hardwood gorgeously combines distinctive patterning with its light to medium brown reds to create a simultaneously attention-grabbing yet calming feel, making it perfect as a complimentary decorative accent or a centerpiece in itself.
• Janka Hardness: 1,420 pounds
• Strength (MOR): 16,770 psi
• Stiffness (MOE): 1,750 1000 psi
• Density (KG/m3): 500
• Tangential Shrinkage: 8.2 %
• Radial Shrinkage: 4.1 %
• About: Our Bacana hardwood flooring is available exclusively in the engineered format. The boards are 3/8" thick, 3" wide or 5" wide, and 4' long.
• Family: Leguminosae
• Tree Characteristics: The Bacana tree can reach a height of approximately 100 feet and a diameter of 4 feet.
• Geographic Area: Panama, Argentina, Paraguay, Brazil
• Color: Reddish-brown heartwood with streaks, white to pinkish-grey sapwood.
• Photosensitivity: Bacana is photosensitive and will daken slightly over time.
• Luster: Silky and golden
• Grain: Straight
• Texture: Medium
• Drying Characteristics: Slow to moderate.
• Working Characteristics: Rated as easy to work and finish
• Durability Rating: Rated as highly durable
• Applications: Furniture, flooring, carpentry, general construction, interior trim
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