Santos Mahogany
Santos Mahogany Wood
Origin: Central and South America
Grain Type: Straight grained with interlocking grain patterns
Color: Light pinkish brown which can darken to dark burgundy with red hues, known for having unique and beautiful finished colors
Advantages: A very popular wood for flooring and other wood projects, rates highly for decay and water resistance, staining can give additional vibrancy to the already wonderful colors, scratches and dents unlikely due to the hardness of the wood
Disadvantages: Sometimes has a distinctive scent when new or cut, this fades with time or finishing
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