Jatoba is a premium tropical hardwood sourced from Central & South America (Brazil, Peru, Bolivia). With a Janka hardness rating of 2,350 lbf and a density of approximately 60 lbs/ft³, Jatoba is classified as Class 1-2 - Durable — one of the most durable commercial lumber species available.
Why Choose 1x4 Jatoba Wood for Your Outdoor Flooring?
Jatoba outdoor flooring is ideal for covered porches, screened-in rooms, and breezeway floors where a refined, interior-quality finish is needed in a weather-resistant package. Properly installed 1x4 Jatoba outdoor flooring delivers a service life of 40+ years with minimal maintenance — an optional annual oil treatment preserves the original color, or you can let the Jatoba wood weather to a distinguished silver-gray patina. Jatoba carries a Class A - Low flame spread, making it suitable for wildfire-prone regions where code-compliant materials are required.
The 1x4 tongue & groove (T&G) profile features interlocking edges that create a seamless, flush surface with no visible gaps. Ideal for porch ceilings, soffit installations, and covered porch floors. All Jatoba lumber is available in Select and Better grade with lengths ranging from 4′ to 20′.
1x4 Jatoba Outdoor Flooring — Installation & Coverage Specs
- Recommended joist spacing: 16" on center for 1x4 boards (0.75" actual thickness)
- Fastener placement: Secure per profile requirements, one fastener per joist minimum
- Board weight: A 12-foot 1x4 Jatoba board weighs approximately 12 lbs (1.04 lbs/LF)
- Coverage: Each 12-foot 1x4 board covers 3.5 sq ft of outdoor flooring surface (3.5" face width)
- Pre-drilling required: Always pre-drill in Jatoba — the 2,350 lbf hardness prevents direct screwing
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