- Surfaces planed to display wood grain
- Size varies by up to 1/4"
- Will not contain soft rot, wane, cracks or pith
- Solid knots up to 1/8" are allowed
- Contains at least 60% heartwood
Katalox
Katalox (Swartzia cubensis)—often called Mexican Royal Ebony—is a dense exotic hardwood prized for its dark, elegant color and exceptional strength. The wood ranges from rich purple-brown to nearly black, often deepening with age and exposure to light.
Katalox turns very cleanly with sharp tools, producing crisp detail and smooth surfaces. Its fine, dense grain allows it to sand and polish to a high, glass-like finish. When properly dried, katalox offers excellent stability and durability, making it well suited for precision and high-end turning projects.
Common uses include turning blanks, pens, tool handles, knife scales, musical instruments, furniture accents, and decorative turnings.
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
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