The stated weight (kg/m3) is measured with a moisture percentage of approx. 12%. Naturally, Basralocus has a brown colour that turns into bronze brown or purplish brown upon exposure to light. This appearance is idial to create a warm atmosphere. Due to the innate properties of Basralocus a unique wood figure could be seen. Anyway, it belongs to the hardest wood species and because of the common pebbles in the wood it is somewhat difficult to work with.