8"x3" Kiln Dried Wenge Wood Bowl Turning Blank

8"x3" KD Wenge Wood Bowl Turning Blank

Price: $ 46.67

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Product Description

Wenge (Millettia laurentii) is a bold African hardwood prized for its dramatic dark color and striking grain. The wood ranges from very dark brown to nearly black, often highlighted by lighter brown or tan streaks that create strong visual contrast. Wenge turns best with sharp tools and controlled cuts, producing crisp detail and clean surfaces. Its coarse, open grain gives it a distinctive texture and allows it to finish to a deep, rich appearance when properly filled and polished. When properly dried, wenge offers excellent strength and stability. Common uses include turning blanks, bowls, spindles, pens, tool handles, furniture accents, and decorative turnings.

Special Note:

Care should be taken to avoid touching pieces while turning, as splinters are common prior to sanding.

   Kiln dried to below 10% moisture content
   End grain sealed in wax to maintain moisture content
   Protective wax seal guaranteed for 30 days
   Guaranteed defect-free (unless otherwise noted)
   All orders fulfilled within 2 business days
   Shipments fully insured against loss and damage

Quality Standards for Wenge

Surfaces planed to display wood grain
Size varies by up to 1/4"
Will not contain rot, wane, cracks or pith
Totally clear and free from defects.
Contains at least 90% heartwood

Customer Reviews

Wenge Wood Tough to turn but worth the time and effort.

This wood is definitely hard and requires sharp tools. I sharpen 3 time just doing the bottom of the bowl. Sands well but you must have a mask and use a dust collector because of the fine wood dust your will produce.
The bowl blank was received in 48 hours after shipping. It was waxed on all sides. and i measured the moisture content of 7-8%. I was very happy with my purchase.