Timber blogger shares brief information about wood and woodwork tools that help artists to make a wooed project. We post about types of wood and uses.
The tradition of wood art has been going on for centuries. In this modern time, many machines and tools have come, which has made the work of woodwork easy.
Makore (Tieghemella heckelii) is a pink or reddish-brown hardwood native to tropical regions of West and Central Africa. The Makore tree is mainly distributed from Sierra Leone to Gabon, including countries such as Cameroon and Gabon. Makore is a large evergreen tree that can grow up to approximately 180–200 feet (55–60 m) tall, with a … Read more
Olive wood is a dense, hard, and highly attractive hardwood known for its distinctive grain patterns, warm golden-brown color, and dark streaks. It is especially popular for cutting boards, kitchen utensils, bowls, furniture, carving, decorative objects, and specialty woodworking projects. The term olive wood most commonly refers to wood from the European olive tree (Olea … Read more
Okoume is a light-colored, low-density African hardwood known for its straight grain, easy workability, and wide use in plywood and lightweight projects. It comes from the Okoume tree, scientifically known as Aucoumea klaineana. The tree is native to Central Africa and is mainly found in Gabon, Equatorial Guinea, and the Republic of the Congo. Okoume … Read more
Brazilian rosewood is generally rarer and more expensive than East Indian rosewood. Both are prized for their attractive grain and use in musical instruments, but they differ in appearance, availability, and trade restrictions. For most guitar buyers and woodworkers, East Indian rosewood is the more accessible choice. Brazilian rosewood appeals to collectors and custom instrument … Read more
Purple heart wood, usually written as purpleheart, is a dense tropical hardwood best known for its distinctive purple color. It is used for furniture, flooring, inlays, cabinetry, and decorative woodworking. Its appearance attracts attention, but there is more to consider before choosing it. Purpleheart is heavy, demanding on tools, and likely to change color over … Read more
The main difference between Okoume and Mahogany wood is that genuine Mahogany is generally harder, heavier, and more durable than Okoume. Okoume is a very lightweight hardwood that is valued for its workability, attractive appearance, and use in plywood, veneer, furniture, and boatbuilding. Both woods are widely used in woodworking, but they perform differently depending … Read more