Cocobolo Supply Company is engaged in
processing and marketing exhibition AAA grade cocobolo wood and flooring to artisans and
original equipment manufacturers who appreciate the fact that cocobolo is the most beautiful
exotic tropical hardwood in existence. Cocobolo is also known as Rosewood,
it's botanical name is "dalbergia retusa". Dalbergia Retusa
grows from Southern Mexico through Central America into Panama.
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Cocobolo comes in a variety of colors,
rich reddish burgundy's, all the hues of brown to bright orange.
These background
colors are contrasted with defined striped figure in light brown through to
distinctly thick black.
These days, cocobolo is becoming so rare, that little of it reaches the
world market. All cocobolo sourced by Cocobolo Supply Company is certified
by local authorities in the pertinent regional jurisdictions.
Cocobolo can be finished to arrive at a rich
satin sheen with zero open pores. Its exotic finish, excellent working
characteristics, and denseness make it a favorite with artisans and fine
furniture makers.
