asian woods
The tag Asian Woods appears whenever the wood being discussed is native to the continent of Asia. Because of the enormous size of the Asian continent and the varied flora habitats in such a large landmass, woods native to recognized regions of Asia, for example the Middle East, are generally tagged separately. In the majority of instances in which this tag is used, the specific part of Asia being referenced will be Southeast Asia and/or the Indian Subcontinent.
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English Walnut isn't a wood most woodworkers will ever encounter since it is rarely harvested for lumber or timber purposes but is instead an orchard or ornamental tree, although …
Narra is a beautiful wood from Southeast Asia and environs that is a joy to work with. It is related to other common and popular exotic hardwoods in …
Black and White Ebony is a relatively rare wood used in the world of wood turning. It is very hard, very lustrous, and makes beautiful pieces provided sharp …
These are essentially field notes from research and practical experience of turning projects employing East Indian Rosewood, a richly varigated and beautifully scented wood found in tropical Asia and …
When making a batch of bottle stoppers, I used a wide variety of materials, some new to me completely, some familiar but not written about, and some that I …
Padauk is a stunningly beautiful wood that is naturally reddish-orange in color. It is an excellent turning wood with a tight grain that finishes well with the simplest …