14"x8" Curly Spalted Ambrosia Maple Wood Bowl Turning Blank

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Product Description

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.
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
  • Surfaces planed to display wood grain
  • Size varies by up to 1/4"
  • Will not contain 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