Characteristics: Narra is an exotic and imported hardwood. The color varies from pale yellow to deep blood red. The grain is mostly straight but sometimes crossed, wavy or interlocked. The wood is hard and strong and extremely durable. Common Uses: Narra is used for flooring - turnery - boat building - furniture - carving and musical instruments. Working Properties: The wood is easily worked with hand and power tools. It nails and glues well and takes an excellent finish. Common Name: Narra Tree is Native To: Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, Southeast Asia and Australia. Botanical Classification: Pterocarpus indicus Family: Leguminosea Average Dried Weight: 40 lb/ft. Average Specific Gravity: .52