Garapa Pergola Solutions
A native of Brazil, Garapa is a species of high-density hardwood and one of the most favoured types of wood. The name “Brazilian Ash” or “Brazilian Hardwood” are other names used for Garapa.
Garapa is a hardwood species with a high density and high level of durability that is perfect for use in outdoor buildings like decks, wood sliding and more. Garapa’s lovely golden tones will give your project a warm, natural appearance.
| Durability | Garapa decking is a high density decking material that is reliable, consistent and long lasting.
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| Hardness | Compared to pine, cedar and redwood, Garapa is up to three times tougher, with a Janka hardness of 1,630lbf.
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| Fiber Bending Strength | The bending strength of Garapa is 12,900 psi. As a result, Garapa wood will span longer distances with very little deflection.
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| Density | Garapa wood is naturally resistant to rot and insects because of its great density. The density of Garapa wood is 79 g/cm3.
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Our Western Cape pergola team, which specialises in designing and building one-of-a-kind architectural structures, can make the pergola of your dreams from scratch. Our pergolas are an eye-catching focal point that’s both practical and fashionable and are perfect for dividing the space while offering much-needed shade in hot climates. The best part is that, provided they meet certain requirements, pergolas don’t require planning approval, so let Pergola Pro inspire you.
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