Wallaba

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Wallaba 2 X 4

 

General Information
Scientific Name Eperua Falacata

ATBIT Name Wallaba

 

Other Name(s) Bois, Sabre, Wapa gris, Uapa, Apa

 

Appearance Heartwood is red-brown in color, with dark gum streaks. The sapwood is pale in color and sharply defined from the heartwood  Texture is course, grain is typically straight. Bole 40 – 60 feet; diameter 18 – 24 inches.

 

Durability Wallaba heartwood is highly resistant to decay and subterranean termites.  The wear resistance of Wallaba is extremely high. Wallaba is self-impregnated by nature, thus creosoting is unnecessary.

Processing Drying: Dries very slowly. Kiln schedule B. 

Working: Fairly easy to work, but difficult to saw because of the high gum content.

Assembly Glues well.  Does not take nails and screws satisfactorily: pre-boring is recommended.

Finishing Difficult to paint because of the gum exudation, but stains and polishes satisfactorily. Weathers beautifully.

 

Uses

Wallaba has excellent properties for transmission poles, flagstaffs, and Marine and bridge construction in non-teredo areas.  Owing to its strength and durability, Wallaba is suitable for general heavy construction, utility and industrial floors, and chemical vat staves.  Also fence staves, fence posts and shingles for roofing.

There are several other attributes of this species.  As transmission poles it is extensively used in the Caricom countries and has been known to be in service for over 40 years in some countries.

Tests in Japan have shown that the wood has a likeness of rosewood when used in furniture.

The adaptability of this species for fencing purposes, staves, and posts is well recognized.

As roofing material (shingles), it is known for lasting qualities and coolness it lends to a home.             

                                                             

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