Yellowheart
Euxylophora paraensis
Yellowheart is a brilliant South American hardwood prized for its vivid golden-yellow color that resembles sunshine captured in wood. This moderately dense hardwood offers excellent workability combined with good strength, making it ideal for fine furniture, decorative accents, and specialty projects where bright, cheerful color is desired. The wood's natural luster and smooth finish make it a standout choice for both functional and decorative applications.
Janka Hardness
1790 lbf
Moderately hard
Density
52 lbs/ft³
Medium density
Shrinkage
Moderate (8.1% tangential, 4.6% radial)
Good stability
Appearance
Color: Bright golden-yellow to pale yellow heartwood when freshly cut. Color darkens slightly to deeper golden tones with age and UV exposure. Sapwood is similar in color.
Grain: Generally straight grain with fine to medium texture. Smooth natural luster when finished.
Key Characteristics
- •Brilliant golden-yellow color
- •Good strength and hardness
- •Excellent workability
- •Natural luster and smoothness
- •Stable when properly dried
- •Uniform color throughout
Common Applications
Maintenance
Clean with soft cloth and mild wood cleaner. The bright yellow color may darken slightly with UV exposure; protective finishes help preserve original coloration.
Advantages
- +Stunning bright yellow coloration
- +Works easily with hand and power tools
- +Glues and finishes very well
- +Takes detail beautifully in turnings
- +Good dimensional stability
- +Natural luster requires minimal finishing
Considerations
- •Color darkens over time with UV exposure
- •Not suitable for exterior use
- •Higher price than domestic hardwoods
- •Limited availability in wider boards
- •May cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals
- •Color may vary between boards