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Cumaru Species



With the ability to resist everything Mother Nature can throw at it, it’s no wonder Cumaru is the species of choice for the boardwalk industry and other commercial projects where heavy dimensions and large volumes of single lengths is required.

A South American hardwood species recognized for its incredible strength and durability. Iron Woods Cumaru can be used in ground contact without preservatives. In addition to boardwalks and commercial decks, Cumaru is trusted for use in bridge construction, site furniture, and heavy timber construction.




FEATURES & BENEFITS

Why Choose Cumaru?


NATURALLY DURABLE

Iron Woods Cumaru resists decay, termites, and borers, pretty much anything you can throw at it.

LOW MAINTENANCE

Cumaru naturally weathers to light silvery gray tones—no need to apply annual sealers. Regular cleaning and refinishing with exotic hardwood oil can maintain or restore its natural color.

UNPARALLELED BEAUTY

Weather naturally to an attractive silver grey or maintain the natural rich brown color by cleaning and refinishing. Or both. Your choice.

STANDS UP TO THE ELEMENTS

Iron Woods® Cumaru stands up to the elements year-round – from heat and humidity to salt water spray and brutal winters.

PREMIUM GRADE

100% Heartwood. 100% clear. No visible defects. Grading on all faces and edges allows for any face selection you choose.

SOURCING CERTAINTY

Green by Nature, our complete supply chain traceability system provides sourcing certainty all the way up our supply chain, from the forest to you.

NATURALLY DURABLE

Iron Woods Cumaru resists decay, termites, and borers, pretty much anything you can throw at it.

LOW MAINTENANCE

Cumaru naturally weathers to light silvery gray tones—no need to apply annual sealers. Regular cleaning and refinishing with exotic hardwood oil can maintain or restore its natural color.

UNPARALLELED BEAUTY

Weather naturally to an attractive silver grey or maintain the natural rich brown color by cleaning and refinishing. Or both. Your choice.

STANDS UP TO THE ELEMENTS

Iron Woods® Cumaru stands up to the elements year-round – from heat and humidity to salt water spray and brutal winters.

PREMIUM GRADE

100% Heartwood. 100% clear. No visible defects. Grading on all faces and edges allows for any face selection you choose.

SOURCING CERTAINTY

Green by Nature, our complete supply chain traceability system provides sourcing certainty all the way up our supply chain, from the forest to you.



FEATURES

Why Choose Cumaru?


NATURALLY DURABLE

Iron Woods Cumaru resists decay, termites, and borers, pretty much anything you can throw at it.

LOW MAINTENANCE

Cumaru naturally weathers to light silvery gray tones—no need to apply annual sealers. Regular cleaning and refinishing with exotic hardwood oil can maintain or restore its natural color.

UNPARALLELED BEAUTY

Weather naturally to an attractive silver grey or maintain the natural rich brown color by cleaning and refinishing. Or both. Your choice.

STANDS UP TO THE ELEMENTS

Iron Woods® Cumaru stands up to the elements year-round – from heat and humidity to salt water spray and brutal winters.

PREMIUM GRADE

100% Heartwood. 100% clear. No visible defects. Grading on all faces and edges allows for any face selection you choose.

SOURCING CERTAINTY

Green by Nature, our complete supply chain traceability system provides sourcing certainty all the way up our supply chain, from the forest to you.

NATURALLY DURABLE

Iron Woods Cumaru resists decay, termites, and borers, pretty much anything you can throw at it.

LOW MAINTENANCE

Cumaru naturally weathers to light silvery gray tones—no need to apply annual sealers. Regular cleaning and refinishing with exotic hardwood oil can maintain or restore its natural color.

UNPARALLELED BEAUTY

Weather naturally to an attractive silver grey or maintain the natural rich brown color by cleaning and refinishing. Or both. Your choice.

STANDS UP TO THE ELEMENTS

Iron Woods® Cumaru stands up to the elements year-round – from heat and humidity to salt water spray and brutal winters.

PREMIUM GRADE

100% Heartwood. 100% clear. No visible defects. Grading on all faces and edges allows for any face selection you choose.

SOURCING CERTAINTY

Green by Nature, our complete supply chain traceability system provides sourcing certainty all the way up our supply chain, from the forest to you.



Heavy dimensions. Large volumes.




Specifications


From grading and drying to color and finishing. Here’s what you need to know about Cumaru.


Premium GradeDryingColorGrainFinishingUses
Premium Grade
  • 100% HEARTWOOD
  • 100% CLEAR, no visible defects
  • Graded on all faces and edges to allow for desired face selection

Drying
  • KD – All products nominal 1″ and 5/4″ thick are kiln dried and pre-stabilized
  • Kiln dried decking is superior in appearance, stability, surface quality and finish penetration
  • AD – Products 4″ and thicker are air dried

Color
  • Rich, light to dark natural walnut brown color range that speaks to the beauty of real wood

Grain
  • Mixed medium to slightly coarse grain

Finishing
  • Regular cleaning brightening and refinishing with exotic hardwood oil to maintain or restore its natural color

Uses
  • Exterior architectural millwork, decking, porch flooring, cladding, rail, posts, timbers, trim, pergolas, furniture


Specifications


From grading and drying to color and finishing. Here’s what you need to know about Cumaru.


Premium GradeDryingColorGrainFinishingUses
Premium Grade
  • 100% HEARTWOOD
  • 100% CLEAR, no visible defects
  • Graded on all faces and edges to allow for desired face selection
Drying
  • KD – All products nominal 1″ and 5/4″ thick are kiln dried and pre-stabilized
  • Kiln dried decking is superior in appearance, stability, surface quality and finish penetration
  • AD – Products 4″ and thicker are air dried
Color
  • Rich, light to dark natural walnut brown color range that speaks to the beauty of real wood
Grain
  • Mixed medium to slightly coarse grain
Finishing
  • Regular cleaning brightening and refinishing with exotic hardwood oil to maintain or restore its natural color
Uses
  • Exterior architectural millwork, decking, porch flooring, cladding, rail, posts, timbers, trim, pergolas, furniture


Need to Know


Product Availability



Product availability rough sawn full or nominal dimensions S4S or S4S E4E in the following dimensions:



NOMINAL SIZELENGTHSLENGTHS
1" X 6" – 5"/4" X 6"KD Decking8'-20'
2" x 4" – 2" x 6"AD Dimensional Lumber8'-20'
3" x 6" – 3" X 12"AD Timbers8'-20'
4" x 4" – 4" x 12"AD Timbers8'-20'
6" x 6" – 6" x 12"AD Timbers8'-20'
8" x 8" – 8" x 12"AD Timbers8'-20'
10" x 10" – 10" x 12"AD Timbers8'-20'
12” x 12”AD Timbers8'-20'

Note: Cumaru is a non-stock item. Get in touch with us for availability.




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