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Wood species guide · Imported specialty hardwood
Curupay 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 nameAnadenanthera colubrina and A.
Janka hardness3,630 lbf
Average dried weight64 lb/ft³
Best fitTurned objects
Overview
Why choose Curupay?
Curupay is an imported specialty hardwood. Its natural range is Argentina, Brazil and Paraguay. Common uses include turned objects, furniture, exterior construction and flooring.
Scientific nameAnadenanthera colubrina and A.
DistributionArgentina, Brazil and Paraguay
ShrinkageRadial: 4.6%, Tangential: 7.6%, Volumetric: 12%, T/R Ratio: 1.7 More images | Identification
DurabilityThe wood is very durable.
Curupay colour, grain, and figure
Heartwood runs from light to medium reddish brown, often streaked throughout in dark brown or black. It darkens with age.
The grain is irregular, interlocked, or both. The texture is fine and even.
Working notes
It is generally hard to work, since the grain is irregular and the wood is very dense. Cebil also dulls cutters noticeably.
Beyond the usual risks of any wood dust, no other health effects are known for curupay.
Curupay should be sold by project fit: colour, workability, durability, and the format the customer actually needs.
Best uses for Curupay
Best projects
Common uses include turned objects, furniture, exterior construction and flooring.
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 Curupay 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.
Curupay FAQ
What is Curupay best used for?
Common uses include turned objects, furniture, exterior construction and flooring. Match it to the exact board format, colour, hardness, and finish plan before buying.
Is Curupay 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 Curupay?
The buying section on this page links to any Curupay 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.