Olivewood Rewards Patient Drying
Mediterranean Olivewood turns beautifully, but its high movement and irregular grain make it prone to warping and drying checks—particularly when moisture escapes unevenly from a thick blank.
Practical takeaway: Rough-turn green Olivewood with thick, uniform walls, then slow its moisture loss in a paper bag with dry shavings. Leave enough material to remove distortion when the bowl reaches a stable moisture content.
