obtained in sizes up to 16 by 16 inches; however, the average for timbers is 
more commonly about 10 by 10 inches in lengths up to 33 feet. 
Quartered lumber for ship and boat decking may be obtained in lengths of Ik 
feet and more, averaging 16 feet, and in widths up to 6 inches. Small quanti- 
ties of wider material can be obtained on special order. 
Lumber suitable for hull planking, sheathing, and inner planking is available 
in widths up to 10 inches, since flat-sawn material is permitted in these cate- 
gories. Stress-rated grades may be obtained in lengths up to 18 feet and 
widths up to 10 inches and in thicknesses of 2, 3> and k inches. Larger sizes 
can usually be provided on special order. 
Uses 
Its strength and durability combined make angelique especially suitable for 
heavy construction, harbor installations, bridges, heavy planking for pier 
and platform decking, and railroad bridge ties. The heartwood is particularly 
suitable for ship decking, planking, boat frames, and underwater members. At 
the present time, small quantities of flooring are entering the United States 
market, and the wood is undoubtedly suitable for many other building uses. 
Identifying Features 
The characteristic color of angelique and the presence of ripple marks will 
generally separate this wood from those commonly used for heavy construction 
and ship building. The ripple marks are best seen on flat-sawn surfaces, and 
may be easily seen with the unaided eye. The ripples occur at the rate of 50 
to 60 per inch along the grain. One Amazonian species ( Androcalymma glabri - 
folium Dwyer) resembles angelique very closely. It, however, lacks the ripple 
marks and silica that are characteristic of angelique. The presence of silica 
in the vertical parenchyma and the marginal cells of the wood rays further in- 
sures the separation of angelique from other leguminous woods. 
Known Producers at Time of Publication 
Bruynzeel Surinam Plywood and U. S. Representative 
Lumber Co. Ltd. D. J. K. M. Ramondt 
Paramaribo, Surinam 3365 Sunset Avenue 
Hapeville, Georgia 
French Guiana Timbers 
475 Fifth Avenue Greenheart (Demerara) 
New York 17, N. Y. Inc. 
52 Vanderbuilt Avenue 
New York 17,. N. Y. 
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