Jatoba is commonly referred to as Brazilian cherry. The wood is salmon red to dark orange/red brown. Jatoba has a medium to coarse texture. Jatoba is considerable harder than red oak. Jatoba can be difficult to nail because of density.

Beech is pale to light brown. Beech has a closed straight grain and small flecks. Beech has fine uniform texture. Beech is harder than red oak. Stability is less than oak.