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Wood species guide · Imported specialty hardwood
Angelim Vermelho 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 nameDinizia excelsa
Janka hardness3,160 lbf
Average dried weight67 lb/ft³
Best fitRot resistance
Overview
Why choose Angelim Vermelho?
Angelim Vermelho is an imported specialty hardwood. Mainly Brazil and Guyana. Common uses include rot resistance, other jobs that call for strength, docks, boatbuilding, decking, flooring and heavy exterior construction.
Scientific nameDinizia excelsa
DistributionMainly Brazil and Guyana
ShrinkageRadial: 5.4%, Tangential: 8.8%, Volumetric: 14.3%, T/R Ratio: 1.6 Identification | More images
DurabilityThe wood is rated durable to very durable and resists insect attack well.
Angelim Vermelho colour, grain, and figure
Heartwood is reddish brown and sometimes streaked. The slightly paler sapwood does not always separate clearly from it. Fresh cuts can look a bit olive, then deepen to a richer reddish brown over time.
The grain is usually interlocked and the texture is even and medium-coarse. The natural shine is moderate.
Working notes
Density and irregular grain make it a difficult wood. It resists cutting strongly and dulls cutting edges quickly.
Serious reactions are uncommon, but angelim vermelho has caused reports of allergic reactions of an unspecified kind.
Angelim Vermelho should be sold by project fit: colour, workability, durability, and the format the customer actually needs.
Best uses for Angelim Vermelho
Best projects
Common uses include rot resistance, other jobs that call for strength, docks, boatbuilding, decking, flooring and heavy exterior construction.
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 Angelim Vermelho 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.
Angelim Vermelho FAQ
What is Angelim Vermelho best used for?
Common uses include rot resistance, other jobs that call for strength, docks, boatbuilding, decking, flooring and heavy exterior construction. Match it to the exact board format, colour, hardness, and finish plan before buying.
Is Angelim Vermelho 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 Angelim Vermelho?
The buying section on this page links to any Angelim Vermelho Kingma has in stock and to the closest alternatives. Stock changes often, so call (780) 229-7681 or visit the yard at 4607 91 Ave NW, Edmonton to check what is in today.