- Surfaces planed to display wood grain
- Size varies by less than 1%
- Will not contain soft rot, wane, cracks or pith
- Solid knots up to 1/4" are allowed
- Contains moderate to heavy ambrosia streaking
- Dark green color runs through at least 70% of each blank
- Contains curly figure through at least 75% of each blank
- Contains insect holes caused by the ambrosia beetle
Curly Spalted Ambrosia Maple
Suitable for inexperienced turners.
Wood is typically a mixture of dark green and pink colors with streaks of other colors mixed in throughout.
This species is moderately hard. Grain can be straight or wavy.
Cuts well.
Sands to a high lustre, finishes easily, and is stable when dried.
Green/undried wood - moisture content varies
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
Special Note:
Streaks in these pieces are caused by the ambrosia beetle, so insect holes may be present in the wood.Drying Tips:
This wood has a high initial moisture content and will require extended drying times.Green/undried wood - moisture content varies
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