9"x2" AD Goncalo Alves Wood Platter Turning Blank

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Product Description

Also known as Tigre Caspi or tigerwood. Suitable for intermediate level turners. Wood is typically light orange in color, with occasional streaks of brown and/or black. This species is very dense. Grain is typically straight. Turns very well, despite its density. Sands to a very high lustre, finishes easily, and is stable when dried.
Drying Tips:
This wood dries well, but slowly due to its density.

   Air dried to between 12% and 20% moisture content
   Fully sealed in wax to prevent degrade
   Protective wax seal guaranteed for 30 days
   Guaranteed defect-free (Full quality standards listed below)
   All orders fulfilled within 2 business days
   Shipments fully insured against loss and damage
  • Surfaces planed to display wood grain
  • Size varies by up to 1/4"
  • Will not contain rot, wane, cracks or pith