Rauli

Material Type:
Hardwood

Also Called:
Southern, Beech, Magellan, Beech, Red, Beech, Antarctic, Beech, Fagus, Antarctica, Nothofagus, Fusca, Roble, Beech, Rauli, Beech

Durability Notes:
Rauli, or Nothofagus procera, is a durable hardwood species native to South America. It is known for its excellent resistance to rot, decay, and insect attack, making it an ideal choice for use in outdoor applications. The wood also has excellent dimensional stability, making it ideal for use in furniture and other items that require precise joinery. Rauli is also an excellent choice for use in boat building, due to its overall strength and durability.

Seasoning:
Rauli, or Nothofagus procera, is a species of hardwood native to the Southern Hemisphere. It is commonly used in construction and furniture making. Seasoning of Rauli wood involves exposing it to air in a controlled environment. This helps to reduce the moisture content of the wood, which can cause warping and other issues when used in construction. The seasoning process can take anywhere from two weeks to several months, depending on the size and type of wood being dried. During the seasoning process, it is important to monitor the moisture content of the wood to ensure that it does not exceed the desired level. When properly seasoned, Rauli wood is very strong, durable, and resistant to decay.

Properties:
Rauli (Nothofagus procera) is a medium to large hardwood tree native to South America. Rauli is a light to medium brown in color, with occasional yellowish or pinkish hues. It has a fine even texture and is relatively easy to work with. The wood is moderately durable and resistant to decay, making it a good choice for outdoor applications. It is also fairly resistant to splitting, making it a good choice for furniture and cabinetry. It is moderately strong, with a Janka hardness rating of 1225. It is an excellent choice for flooring and stair treads.

Typical Uses:
Furniture, Cabinetry, Flooring, Veneer, Boats, Musical Instruments, Carvings.

More Info:
Rauli is a moderately light-weight species, with a specific gravity of 0.45. It is also moderately stable, with a tangential and radial shrinkage of 8.3-11.1% and 4.2-7.2% respectively. The wood is easy to work with and has good gluing, nailing, and screwing characteristics. It can also be easily finished and polished. The wood is moderately resistant to decay, although it can be affected by fungi, particularly in moist environments.

Spiritual Properties:
Rauli wood has no known spiritual properties associated with it. It is a hardwood tree species native to South America and is often used in construction, furniture and flooring.

Possible Health Risks:
Rauli wood has been used for centuries in furniture and other wood products, but there have been no reports of health risks associated with it. The wood is non-toxic and does not contain any chemicals that could cause harm to humans. The wood can be used safely with no risk to human health.

Sustainability:
Rauli, also known by its botanical name Nothofagus procera, is a sustainable wood species with minimal environmental impact. It is a fast growing and abundant species that is well suited to plantations in many parts of the world. Rauli is a hardwood species that is resistant to decay, making it an ideal choice for outdoor structures, furniture, and other applications. It has a low shrinkage coefficient, making it a stable and durable wood species. Due to its sustainability and low environmental impact, Rauli has become an increasingly popular choice for furniture, flooring, and other wood products.

Interesting Facts:
Rauli, or Nothofagus procera, is a hardwood tree native to the temperate rain forests of Chile and Argentina. It is commonly used for furniture and flooring due to its strength and durability. Rauli has a light pinkish-brown heartwood and a pale yellow to light brown sapwood. The wood has a moderately coarse texture and is straight-grained with a natural luster. In terms of stability, Rauli is known for its superior dimensional stability and resistance to warping, shrinking, and splitting. It is also highly resistant to insect and fungal attack. Rauli is a slow-growing species, making it a sustainable choice for woodworking projects. Additionally, Rauli is an excellent wood for carving and turning.

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