- Surfaces are planed to display wood grain unless otherwise noted.
- Thickness may occasionally vary by up to 1/4".
- Will not contain soft rot, wane, cracks, or pith unless otherwise noted in the listing.
- Solid knots up to 1/4" are allowed
- Contains at least 70% heartwood
- May occasionally contain varying amounts of curly figure
Kiln Dried Shedua
Shedua (Guibourtia ehie)—also known as Ovangkol—is an African hardwood valued for its rich color, striking grain, and excellent turning performance. The wood ranges from golden brown to dark brown, often featuring bold black or chocolate-colored streaks that create strong visual contrast.
Shedua turns well with sharp tools, producing smooth cuts and crisp detail. Its grain is typically straight to interlocked with a medium texture, allowing it to sand cleanly and finish to a warm, natural luster. When properly dried, shedua offers good stability and durability for both functional and decorative turning projects.
Common uses include turning blanks, bowls, spindles, pens, tool handles, musical instruments, furniture accents, and decorative pieces.
Please note: Kiln-dried woods may vary in thickness by up to 1/4", but will usually be only 1/8" undersized due to surfacing.
Kiln-dried to below 10% moisture content.
End grain is sealed in wax to help limit moisture changes.
Protective wax seal guaranteed for 30 days.
Guaranteed defect-free unless otherwise noted in the listing.
All orders fulfilled within two business days.
Shipments fully insured against loss and damage.
Images of turned items are AI-generated illustrations of how the wood may look when turned and finished.
Please note: Kiln-dried woods may vary in thickness by up to 1/4", but will usually be only 1/8" undersized due to surfacing.
Kiln-dried to below 10% moisture content.
End grain is sealed in wax to help limit moisture changes.
Protective wax seal guaranteed for 30 days.
Guaranteed defect-free unless otherwise noted in the listing.
All orders fulfilled within two business days.
Shipments fully insured against loss and damage.
Images of turned items are AI-generated illustrations of how the wood may look when turned and finished.
Don't see the size you need? Contact us—we may be able to cut it for you. Most woods are only available in the thicknesses seen!
