Product Description

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.

   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