Decking - Garapa - 19 x 90 mm

21 Jul 2017, 8:42 AM

Garapa is often referred to as ‘Brazilian Ash’. It is light yellow to golden brown in colour. It is strong and durable and can be left untreated and weathers naturally to an even silver /grey.

Product Info

Product GARAPA Decking Boards 19 x 90 mm x 1829 - 3658 mm

Dimensions 19 x 90 mm x 1829 - 3658 mm

Species Garapa

Condition Kiln-dried

Quality Prime

Surface Finish Machined smooth, uncoated and untreated, end-waxed.

Edge Detail Rounded 2 Edges 3 mm radius S4S E4E

Type Solid Decking Board

Installation Hidden Deck Fastener or Screwed Down
Structural Deck – BS 8201:1987 – maximum span of joists is 600 mm
(Woodtrend recommends 400mm joist spans)
Stainless steel fixings only

Durability Moderately durable against fungi and termites

Technical Information

Main Species Garapa (Apuleia leiocarpa)

Wood Type Tropical Hardwood

Distribution / Origin South of Brazil, Argentina, Venezuela and Peru.

Allergic Reactions Certain wood dusts can cause respiratory, contact dermatitis and allergic reactions. Care should be taken when working with this wood. Woodtrend recommends working with a mask.

Density at 12% M.C. 790 kilos/m3

Average Hardness Janka: 2280 (White Oak: 1360)
Brinell: 4.4 (White Oak: 3.8)

Moisture Movement Medium

General Characteristics Sapwood is narrow and whitish in colour while the heart wood is mainly yellowish, varying from yellowish-brown to pinkish-yellow, tending to acquire a reddish or coppery hue after exposure. The wood is lustrous, with a straight to spiralling grain (occasionally slightly interlocked) and with a fine, uniform texture. The wood is hard, heavy, tough and strong.

Decking - Garapa - 19 x 90 mm