Mora

Appearance

Reddish-brown to dark brown heartwood. Interlocked grain, coarse texture.

Density

Very high — approximately 1,000–1,100 kg/m³ (air-dry)

Durability

Extremely durable. Highly resistant to decay and insects. Suitable for ground contact and marine exposure.

Machining

Difficult due to high density. Requires sharp, carbide-tipped tooling.

Common Applications

Heavy construction, marine piling, bridges, railway sleepers, structural framing, industrial flooring.

Available Product Forms

Round logs, square logs, sawn lumber