Wooden deck board ITAUBA

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Itauba (Mezilaurus lindaviana, Mezilaurus itauba) is a deciduous tree native to tropical South America. Itauba is a member of the family of the lauraceae, which have been held in high esteem for centuries because of the aromatic compounds both in the wood and plant parts. In the case of Itauba it is not the aroma but rather the very good natural durability and strength properties which characterise the wood. As it dries, the wood tends to form small cracks on the surface and the ends. The surface has a slightly oily appearance. Itauba has a medium brown to yellow-brown colour with at times distinctive colour deposits that are dark and patchy, so-called “tiger prints”. These are typical for itauba and are caused by dark mineral deposits. Owing to UV irradiation Itauba quickly darkens and these “tiger prints” are then hardly noticeable. Additionally, applying a coat of pigmented maintenance oil will produce a more homogenous appearance. In the course of time, as with all wood types, a natural grey patina will occur. This greying can only be reduced by applying repeat coats of maintenance oil. B&W hardwood maintenance oil is especially suited to this task. When working with Itauba please use only stainless steel and make sure to completely cover all nearby wood in the workplace when carrying out metalwork, as flying filings may cause black discolorations. It is imperative that freshly cut wood faces be sealed. Our cut end protection for hardwood reduces the splintering of the ends. DECKING Generally branch-free sorting Artificially dried Planed on four sides, rounded edges Itauba, resistance class 1