Tauari Wood Turning Stock

Tauari (Couratari guianensis), also known as Brazilian Oak, is similar to North American Oak, but 13% harder. Colors range from tan to medium brown. Tauari has a straight, medium grain pattern with no clearly differentiated sapwood. Wood is very stable and highly resistant to decay or rot. Machines, sands and finishes well. Typical uses include flooring, cabinetry, musical instruments and moldings.

Features:

• Wheat color associated with domestic oak
• Straight grain
• Machines and finishes well
• Stable; resistant to decay and rot

Specifications:

• Thickness: 1-1/2"
• Width: 1-1/2"
• Length: 12"

What’s Included:

• (1) Tauari – 1-1/2" x 1-1/2" x 12" – Wood Turning Stock

Notes:

• Wood is a product of nature, and as such, no two pieces are alike to start with, while 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. Please measure each piece carefully before starting any project.
• Cut from quality, kiln-dried stock. The grain runs with the longest dimension.
• Thin stock is sawn to +/- 1/8" of the listed size.
• Carving and turning blocks are sawn to +/- 1/4" of the listed size.
• Larger blocks are sawn to +/- 1/4" of the listed size.
• Smaller blocks are sawn to +/- 1/8" of the listed size.
• Spindle stock, or stock that is 1-1/2"–2" wide, is sawn to +/-1/8" of the listed size.