• FAS grade
• Kiln dried
• Cut square
• Machined flat on both faces
• End grain sealed with wax
• Individually labelled
Quality blanks suitable for a variety of woodturning and carving projects. All blanks are individually labelled, quality checked and graded. First and second (FAS) grade blanks are supplied free from major defects, however some blanks may contain small knots, splits or insect holes etc. Each blank is machined to produce a flat and stable surface to start work on. The end grain of the timber is sealed with wax to prevent warping and splitting.
African Rosewood
Scientific Name: Guibourtia coleosperma
Origin: Zambia
Colour: Heartwood is pinkish red to reddish brown with lighter red to purple veining. Sapwood is pale yellow to off white.
Grain: Straight to interlocked.
Weight: 890 kg/m3
Other Info: Also known as Rhodesian Copalwood and Large False Mopane. Used for furniture, carving and turning.
