Also known as KIATT
The heartwood is a rich warm to dark brown, sometimes with red streaks. With strong grain lines similar to olive but lighter in colour, this timber has a waxy texture that cuts to a shine, especially on spindle work.
A very stable timber with a medium even texture. Works and turns very well, with very good results being achieve with the finishes, Bowls require fine cuts across the end grain for the best finish it finished to a deep shine.
Also, a good carving timber
Umbilo Blanks
- Product Code: UMBOBB
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