Lumber prices / Jatoba
Jatoba Price per Board Foot
Jatoba, sold in flooring aisles as Brazilian cherry, is not a cherry at all: it is much harder, much heavier, and it darkens strongly in sunlight. It is one of the best value-per-hardness buys on the imported rack.
Typical price per board foot$6 – $11
TypeHardwood (Imported)
Density (12% MC)57 lb/ft³
Weight per board foot4.8 lb
Janka hardness2,690 lbf
Common usesFlooring, furniture, stair treads, tool handles
What common boards cost
Board feet times the price per board foot. These use the $6 to $11 range above.
| Board | Board feet | Est. cost |
|---|---|---|
| 1 x 6 x 8 ft | 4.00 | $24 – $44 |
| 1 x 8 x 8 ft | 5.33 | $32 – $59 |
| 2 x 4 x 8 ft | 5.33 | $32 – $59 |
To price a full order, put $9 (or your dealer's number) into the board foot calculator and add every board to the tally.
Frequently asked questions
- How much does jatoba cost per board foot?
- Jatoba commonly runs about $6 to $11 per board foot at retail, with wide, thick, or figured boards costing more. This is a planning range, not a quote, so confirm with your dealer.
- How much does jatoba weigh?
- About 4.8 pounds per board foot kiln-dried, based on an average density of 57 lb/ft³ at 12% moisture content. Green stock weighs more.
- Is jatoba a hardwood or a softwood?
- Jatoba is a hardwood (imported), with a Janka hardness of 2,690 lbf.