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Chechen 4/4 Craft Pack: 10 Board Feet
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The perfect assortment of boards for your small fine woodworking projects, or when you want to try just a little bit of this wood. Each Craft Pack gets you a total of 10 board feet of premium boards that are anywhere between 3'' and 8'' wide, and 24'' up to 48'' long. All boards come surfaced on 2 sides (S2S) to 13/16'' thick, you can choose to have the boards planed down to a different thickness. Did we forget to mention that Craft Packs also include all shipping costs within the 48 U.S.?
Sizes you can expect:
Thickness
13/16'' thick, surfaced smooth two sides (4/4 S2S) Additional planing to a different thickness is also available (see above). |
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3''-8'', with rough edges. Straight line ripping on one edge is available as well, see above. |
Lengths 24''-48'', with the ends trimmed. Each pack contains a variety of lengths. |
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[+] What if I need specific sizes? You'll have to cut your own pieces to size. Hardwood lumber is sold as a bulk raw product, which means that our stacks of lumber have a big variety of sizes most often from 4" up to 12" wide, and 6' to 16' long.
- Only some unusual exotic woods are narrower than 4" and under 6' long. This is clearly stated when that's the case, everything else is larger.
- We always ship the longest boards possible, and rarely ship boards less than 48" long unless you request shorter. The longest we can ship by UPS is 96" (that's 8').
For general fine woodworking, the various widths and lengths meet the needs and desires of woodworkers building furniture, cabinetry, and fine woodwork. But we do understand that certain projects have some requirements, and we're happy to help you out.
Here's how we can help you get the sizes you need:
- We can hand-select material that will yeild what you need. Type your needs into the "Selection" field right above the Add to Cart button above when you place your order. 4 things to know about size requests
- We can do some custom milling or cutting. Please call or email to talk about your needs.
Ground Shipping is included anywhere in the 48 U.S.! (What does that mean?)
- Quantity: A total of 10 board feet (or slightly more) are included, approximately 5 to 8 boards depending on the size
- Thickness: 13/16'' thick, surfaced smooth two sides (4/4 S2S) Additional planing to a different thickness is also available (see above).
- Widths: 3''-8'', with rough edges. Straight line ripping on one edge is available as well, see above.
- Lengths: 24''-48'', with the ends trimmed. Each pack contains a variety of lengths.
- Grade: Craft Packs contain clear shorts. See our page about Hardwood Grading for some details about common lumber grades and their definitions.
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Botanical Name: Metopium browneii
What's the wood like?
A remarkably pretty wood with lots of variation and character. Texture is fine and uniform, pores barely visible; grain often interlocked. The wood works with some difficulty due to its hardness and density, and sharp tools must be used. Easy to finish and takes an excellent polish.
How's the color?
Dark reddish brown to golden brown or tan with lots of variation and alternating color.
Does it go by other names?
Black poisonwood, Caribbean Rosewood, Chechem, Chechem negro, Chechen, Poisontree
What could I use it for?
Furniture, flooring, turnery, accessories, musical instruments, small parts.
What is the tree like?
Medium trees reaching up to 50 feet in height with a diameter of 18-24''. Sap is said to be caustic and should be avoided, but the wood is not poisonous
Where is it from?
Central America, Mexico, Yucatan

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Average Customer Rating:
    5 Reviews
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    Wild, 11.29.2011
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Reviewer: Al Meyer (Santa Fe, )
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Wild, don't know how it works yet, but it pops, spectacular coloration.
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    Beautiful Board Pieces, 6.29.2010
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Reviewer: Fred Wood (Lititz, PA)
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This was my first order with you guys and based on the lumber that I received it wont be my last. The boards are top notch and I couldn't be any more pleased. I've never worked Chechen before but am anxious to find a project to use them in. An other nice surprise was to find some woodworkers with a GREAT sense of hummor and creativity - your included packing slip was an unexpected and pretty funny touch.
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    Chechen is Chic, 6.11.2010
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Reviewer: PDS (Los Alamos, NM)
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Very nice product and fun to work with. Get some.
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    Hard but okay, 4.24.2009
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Reviewer: Dennis G (Minneapolis, MN)
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Very durable and hard wood. Wish it was cheaper beacuase chechem looks great when it's all polished up.
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    I like Chechem, 3.23.2009
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Reviewer: D. Donnaway (Las Vegas, NV)
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Made a few picture frames out of this. And a large jewelry box 24" tall I built on commission for a client. It really is a striking wood and I loved the way it finished. I always use a respirator on all my woodworking, and chechm has a ripe smell so it probably not good for lungs. Beautiful stuff.
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