Brazilian Maple Janka Hardness: 1500 - 19% harder red oak Brazilian Maple from South America has pale cream colors to yellowish cream colors. Goiabao's grain is very clear with almost no grain variation. Typically those who want a domestic look with a touch of exotic flare choose Brazilian Maple. It ranks at 1500 on the janka hardness scale vs 1260 for Red Oak.

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