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Wood species guide · Domestic hardwood species
Aliso Del Cerro is best understood by how it looks, how it works, and where it should be used. This guide explains the practical buying details before sending you to the right Kingma products.
Scientific nameAlnus jorullensis
Janka hardness640 lbf
Average dried weight27.5 lb/ft³
Best fitGeneral construction
Overview
Why choose Aliso Del Cerro?
Aliso Del Cerro is a domestic hardwood species associated with Found at higher elevations from central Mexico south to Honduras. It is useful when the project calls for general construction, furniture, cabinetry, millwork, pallets, shoe heels, and carving
For SEO and customer usefulness, this page separates the science from the buying decision: appearance, working behaviour, durability, project fit, and then the right Kingma shopping path.
Scientific nameAlnus jorullensis
DistributionFound at higher elevations from central Mexico south to Honduras
ShrinkageRadial: 4.2%, Tangential: 7.2%, Volumetric: 12.0%, T/R Ratio: 1.7 More images | Identification
DurabilityAliso del cerro is rated non-durable to perishable regarding decay resistance.
Aliso Del Cerro colour, grain, and figure
Expect aliso del cerro tends to be light tan to reddish brown; color darkens and reddens with age. There is no visible distinction between heartwood and sapwood.
In practical selection, the grain and texture are best treated this way: grain is generally straight, with a moderately fine, uniform texture.
Working notes
In the shop, aliso del cerro is very easy to work with both hand and machine tools; it sands especially easy. The wood is rather soft, however, and care must be taken to avoid denting it in some applications.
Although severe reactions are quite uncommon, species in the Alnus genus has been reported to cause eye, skin, and respiratory irritation.
Aliso Del Cerro should be sold by project fit: colour, workability, durability, and the format the customer actually needs.
Best uses for Aliso Del Cerro
Best projects
General construction, furniture, cabinetry, millwork, pallets, shoe heels, and carving
Use caution
Avoid specifying it by name alone; confirm board size, moisture, colour, figure, and the project environment before buying.
Finish strategy
Test finishes on offcuts first, especially when colour, blotching, outdoor exposure, or grain filling matters.
Buying note
Choose boards, slabs, plywood, blanks, or posts based on the project rather than species name alone.
Shop path
Buying Aliso Del Cerro from Kingma
Start with the direct species match when Kingma sells it. If stock rotates, use the closest live collection or a clearly explained alternative.
Live edge slabs
Use when the customer cares more about slab format and visual impact than this exact species.
View optionSimilar woods and alternatives
If Kingma does not have an exact match online, use the buying links below as practical alternatives only when the colour, grain, hardness, or project environment makes sense.
Aliso Del Cerro FAQ
What is Aliso Del Cerro best used for?
Aliso Del Cerro is best considered for general construction, furniture, cabinetry, millwork, pallets, shoe heels, and carving. Match it to the exact board format, colour, hardness, and finish plan before buying.
Is Aliso Del Cerro beginner friendly?
It depends on density, grain direction, and tooling. Test cuts on offcuts first, and choose Maple, Cherry, Walnut, or Poplar when easier machining is the priority.
Does Kingma sell Aliso Del Cerro?
Use the buying section on this page. If an exact product is not listed, the linked alternatives are included only when they make practical sense for colour, grain, or project use.