Goncalo Alves

Astronium fraxinifolium, Astronium graveolens
• Also known as |
Tigerwood
Goncalo Alves lumber at Rare Woods USA

Goncalo Alves (Astronium spp.), often called Tigerwood, is a South American hardwood prized for its vibrant orange-brown color and bold dark stripes. It grows from Mexico to Brazil, and the name covers a couple of closely related species.

The heartwood is reddish to golden brown with irregular dark brown to black streaks, and it darkens to a richer brown over time. It’s strong and durable, able to stand up to plenty of wear. The grain can be straight, wavy or interlocked, with a fine texture and a natural sheen, so every piece stands out.

Despite its density, it turns smoothly and finishes to an impressive shine. Its natural oils mean gluing needs a little extra care, such as wiping joints with a solvent first, and interlocked boards can tear out when planed, so take light final passes.

Goncalo Alves is used for high-end furniture, cabinetry, flooring, knife handles and carving, and guitar makers increasingly value it for its tone and affordability. Many boards can be fairly plain, so we’re pleased to offer especially stripy stock.

Not listed in the CITES Appendices or on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species.

Why We Love This Wood

Bold tiger stripes on a vibrant orange-brown base. We're proud of the stripy stock we've found.

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    Vital Statistics
    Main Color GroupVariegated
    Grain Pattern Pronounced
    Avg Dry Weight - LB/BF4.8
    Avg Dry Weight - KG/M3905
    Janka Hardness - LBF2170
    Janka Hardness - N9640
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    Knife Block

    5
    1.5
    1
    A

    $6.00

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    Price range: $280.00 through $390.00

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    GONC1224_1
    GONC1224
    .97"
    x 10.25" x
    46.06"
    | Grade: AB
    Small crack. Amazing color and figure. Sound knot.

    $89.20

    GONC1223_1
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    1.01"
    x 8.25" x
    46.06"
    | Grade: A
    Clear. Amazing figure.

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    GONC1222_1
    GONC1222
    1"
    x 9.44" x
    45.5"
    | Grade: AB
    Checks. Amazing color and figure.

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    GONC1221_1
    GONC1221
    .89"
    x 10.19" x
    25.75"
    | Grade: B
    Crack.

    $40.32

    GONC1220_1
    GONC1220
    .89"
    x 10.19" x
    24.94"
    | Grade: A
    Clear. Amazing color.

    $47.47

    GONC1219_1
    GONC1219
    1.01"
    x 7.38" x
    45.75"
    | Grade: A
    Sound knot. Great color.

    $74.09

    GONC1218_1
    GONC1218
    .93"
    x 4.88" x
    32.63"
    | Grade: AB
    Spalting. Bug holes.

    $30.15

    GONC1216_1
    GONC1216
    .93"
    x 4.81" x
    32.63"
    | Grade: B
    Edge defect. Slight taper from defect. Spalting. Bug holes. Crack

    $25.29

    GONC1215_1
    GONC1215
    .93"
    x 6.13" x
    36.88"
    | Grade: AB
    Spalting. Bug holes.

    $38.80

    GONC1214_1
    GONC1214
    .92"
    x 6.19" x
    36.81"
    | Grade: A
    Clear.

    $42.57

    GONC1213_1
    GONC1213
    .94"
    x 6.19" x
    36.94"
    | Grade: A
    Clear. Great figure.

    $43.84

    GONC1212_1
    GONC1212
    .89"
    x 8.25" x
    36.94"
    | Grade: A
    Very minor chip out. Great figure.

    $58.63

    GONC1211_1
    GONC1211
    .89"
    x 8.25" x
    36.75"
    | Grade: A
    Clear. Amazing figure.

    $58.19

    GONC1210_1
    GONC1210
    .9"
    x 8.31" x
    36.94"
    | Grade: AB
    Skip plane. Nice figure.

    $53.95

    GONC1209_1
    GONC1209
    .89"
    x 6.25" x
    37"
    | Grade: B
    Crack.

    $35.69

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    GoncaloAlves-Standard-4/4Lumber
    4/4 Lumber
    Standard
    bf
    10
    bf
    no
    GoncaloAlves-Standard-8/4Lumber

    8/4 Lumber

    Standard
    bf
    10.5
    bf
    no
    GoncaloAlves-Standard-10/4Lumber

    10/4 Lumber

    Standard
    bf
    11
    bf
    no