Australian Red Mallee Burl Turning Blank – 2 kg – 4 kg

Note: The 2 kg – 4 kg is a reference to the wood’s weight when cut fresh. During transit from Australia, it dries and can lose up to 35% of its weight. The Red Mallee Burl ( Eucalyptus oleosa, E. socialis ) is prized for its vibrant color and heavy concentration of burl eyes. Mallee trees are scrubland vegetation that is common in many parts of Australia and has dozens of varieties. The trees are prolific producers of burl growths that can be harvested without cutting down the tree, which is why you normally see Australian burls in cap form. Burl turning blanks are burl caps cut into a manageable shape for turning projects such as a square or a rectangle, leaving one side flat and the outer side bumpy or jagged with the bark edge. Features: Vibrant color mixed with burl eyes and unique grain patterns Turn hollow vessels or candle bases Resaw to create one-of-a-kind bottle stoppers Specifications: Region: Australia Weight: 2 kg – 4 kg. This is a reference to the wood’s weight when cut fresh. During transit from Australia, it dries and can lose up to 35% of its weight. What’s Included: (1) Australian Red Mallee Burl Turning Blank – 2 kg – 4 kg Notes: Wood is a product of nature, and as such, no two pieces are alike to start with, the same wood growing in different locales can vary greatly even though it is the exact same species. Due to the nature of wood movement, shrinkage and expansion are possible. Burls are purchased according to the weight.