Garapa is a South American wood with a yellow to brown color. This tropical hardwood has a medium luster, an interlocked grain, and a fine texture that accentuates the rich golden and brown tones of the wood. The wood is also rated with a solid Janka hardness rating of 1,700, about 25% harder than Red Oak. Graded as durable and resistant to fungus and insects, Garapa exterior decking is an attractive and versatile option that is as resilient as it is beautiful.