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Pyinkado Pyinkado

Botanical Name: Xylia kerrii

General Characteristics: Pyinkado Heartwood reddish brown with darker streaks, often locally specked with dark gummy exudations; sapwood pale reddish white. Grain straight, interlocked, or frequently wavy; texture moderately fine; without luster; without characteristic odor or taste.

Working Properties: Blunting of cutters is severe, particularly when dry; can be worked to a smooth finish.

Uses: Heavy durable construction, flooring, railway crossties, harbor work.

 

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