Tiete Rosewood
Hardness: 10 Stability: Average
Tiete Rosewood is a pale pinkish red color with hints of dark reds and purplish vein like streaks. Very hard with a muted yet elegant grain pattern, this wood will exhibit a subtle degree of color change over time, darkening to a slight more reddish hue.
Tiger Wood / Goncalo Alves
Hardness: 9.5 Stability: Good
This boldly striped wood is an orange/red brown with both wide and fine dark stripes. Time will see the lighter orange tones turn a darker red brown which will in turn make the striping more subtle. At about 80% harder than red oak this stunning wood is becoming more popular as a practical yet beautiful choice.
