Poculi Hardwood Sample (1/2"x3"x6")
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Description
Get your hands on a wood you've never tried before! It's simple. Samples are milled on all sides to the standard size of 1/2'' X 3'' X 6'', as determined by The International Wood Collectors Society, and include the shipping cost within the 48 U.S. Each one is labeled with the botanical and common names. Use these to test finishes and stains, to compare color and grain characteristics, etc.Specifications
Nominal Thickness
1/2"
Actual Thickness
1/2"
Width
3"
± 1/8" tolerance
Length
6"
± 1/2" tolerance
Brand
Woodworkers Source
Grade
Samples are milled on all sides, cut square and sanded; wood is a product of nature with inconsistencies from piece to piece. Use species samples as a guide, not a perfect representation.
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Size
1/2" x 3" x 6" (official size of the International Wood Collectors Society)
Use & Care
Solid wood is a natural material that responds to changes in moisture, temperature, and humidity. A little preparation and proper storage will help you get better results from your lumber and wood components.
Let the Wood Acclimate
Allow the wood to adjust to your shop or project environment before final milling, assembly, or finishing. Changes in humidity can cause solid wood to expand or contract.
Store It Flat and Supported
Keep wood dry, protected from direct sunlight, and supported so it cannot sag or twist. Whenever possible, allow air to circulate around the material rather than trapping moisture against one face.
Mill in Stages
For projects that require precise dimensions, remove material gradually and give the wood time to settle between major milling steps. Leave a little extra thickness or width until you are ready for final sizing.
Expect Natural Variation
Color, grain, figure, and texture vary from board to board. Lay out your project parts before cutting so you can make the most of the natural character and arrange grain and color where they look best.
Use Sharp, Appropriate Tools
Sharp blades and cutters generally produce cleaner surfaces and reduce tearout, burning, and unnecessary stress on the wood. Adjust your cutting approach for the grain direction and density of the material.
Test Your Finish First
Sand consistently and test stains, dyes, oils, or other finishes on an offcut or inconspicuous area first. Finish can change the color and contrast of natural wood dramatically.
Remember:
Solid wood continues to move throughout its life as humidity changes.
Design and build projects so the wood has room to expand and contract naturally.
Wood Species Guide
About Poculi
Berlinia spp Grows in Africa
Native Range
Africa
Cameroon, Congo, Gabon, Nigeria
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Workability
Easy
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Texture
Fine
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Finishing
Easy
Difficult
Color Range
Pale or light pinkish tan with frequent darker stripes of brown
About the Tree
This is a massive tree that can be as large as 130 feet tall, and more than 5 feet in diameter
Other Names
Ebiara, Berlinia, Poculi, Red Zebrawood
Common Uses
Decorative items, turnings, home furnishings, furniture
What Does The Janka Hardness Rating Mean?
The Janka hardness test is the international standard for measuring the resistance of a sample of wood to denting and wear.
It's expressed in psi, or pounds-per-square-inch. The test measures the pressure required to embed an 11.28mm (.444 in) diameter steel ball into wood to half the ball's diameter. The measurement was developed to determine whether a species is suitable for use as flooring; however, we include it here and compare it to the rating of red oak to help you make a buying choice.
There is a difference between hardness and being difficult to work with. Generally speaking, the harder the wood the easier it is to finish and polish. Harder woods create good, solid long-lasting joinery in furniture.
The hardness of wood varies with the direction of the wood grain, and varies from piece to piece. So a Janka rating is an average of numerous tests performed on all directions and numerous pieces. Use the Janka hardness rating as guide, not a definitive answer.
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