- Surfaces planed to display wood grain
- Thickness may occasionaly vary 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
Kiln Dried 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.
Please note: Kiln dried woods may vary in thickness by up to .25".
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 (Full quality standards listed below)
All orders fulfilled within 2 business days
Shipments fully insured against loss and damage
Please note: Kiln dried woods may vary in thickness by up to .25".
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 (Full quality standards listed below)
All orders fulfilled within 2 business days
Shipments fully insured against loss and damage
