Chakte Kok (Red Heart) Turning Squares: 2" x 2" x 18"
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$12.00 ea.
for 20 or more mix/match
(48 U.S. Ground)
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- $50 per 100 BF PRO Pack
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Chakte Kok (Red Heart) Turning Squares: 2" x 2" x 18"
Get ready to work with the finest wood squares you've ever seen, they're ready to be turned into whatever you can imagine, such as furniture parts, table legs, small accessories, handles, artwork and other fine woodworking projects.
Why Choose Chakte Kok?
The wood and bark will produce a red dye. This wood is so unique it is difficult to make a comparison. The vivid red color will oxidize to a tan or brown color when exposed to light; with an oil or lacquer finish, the color darkens. Though moderately soft with a low density, the wood contains a lot of tension and is prone to twisting.What Size Is This?
| Thickness | 2" (≈ 2" approx) |
| Width | 2" |
| Length | 18" |
| Grade | Air dried and end-waxed |
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3.33
lbs /Bd. Ft.Wood Texture
Ease of Finishing
Chakte Kok is an exotic wood from Latin America
The wood and bark will produce a red dye. This wood is so unique it is difficult to make a comparison. The vivid red color will oxidize to a tan or brown color when exposed to light; with an oil or lacquer finish, the color darkens. Though moderately soft with a low density, the wood contains a lot of tension and is prone to twisting.
Color varies from bright red to pink or violet with dark streaks.
Small to medium, reaching up to 65 feet in height with a trunk diameter of 15-20".
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