Leopardwood Hardwood Sample (1/2"x3"x6")

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Leopardwood Hardwood Sample (1/2"x3"x6")

$11.00 ea.

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Why Choose Leopardwood?

Flaky, speckled figure with dark flecks, varying from a small lacelike pattern to a larger splashy figure. Texture is fairly coarse. Moderately hard. Works easy, except for a tendency to splinter, and takes a very lustrous finish. Quite scarce timber.

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.

Thickness 1/2" (≈ 1/2" approx)
Width 3"
Length 6"
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.
Approximated, actual size may vary +/- 1/8"
Weight

4.6

lbs /Bd. Ft.
28.49% heavier than red oak (3.58 /bd. ft.)
Hardness

2130

Janka Rating
65.12% harder than red oak (1290 psi)
Density

0.73

Specific Gravity
14.06% more dense than red oak (.64)

General Workability
Somewhat Difficult 7/10
Red Oak

Wood Texture
Average 6/10
Red Oak

Ease of Finishing
Good 3/10
Red Oak

map of where Leopardwood tree grows

(Roupala montana)
Leopardwood grows in Latin America

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color of Leopardwood
Color Range
Pale pinkish brown to medium brown.
the Leopardwood tree
What's The Tree Like?
Grows up to 150 feet with a trunk diameter of up to 4'.
other names for Leopardwood
Other Names
Leopard, Lacewood, Roupala, Silky Oak
uses for Leopardwood
Some Typical Uses
Boxes, inlay, accessories, fine furniture, veneer, turnery
11 Reviews
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5
April 3rd, 2021
Verified Buyer
Patrick
At home
Work bench stand out
It is In the plans for the trim, I am now looking for a slab that I can get for the top (1 3/4" × 18" × 24 " ) in Ash.
5
September 24th, 2019
Verified Buyer
Ken
Fort Morgan WV
Leopardwood is amazing !
Leopardwood is amazing and most folks are shocked when they see it. I had a hard time convincing one person that it wasn't some synthetic product on the scales of a knife, that it was a natural wood .
4
October 4th, 2016
Verified Buyer
Andrew
Schererville
Enthusiast Woodworker
A Muha
The wood is beautiful and it came fast. I ordered two pieces and they were completely different shades. I hope they even out over time...otherwise awesome. I will be ordering again soon.
Familiarity: I haven't used it yet
5
February 29th, 2012
KM
Ca
Hobbyist Woodworker
Leopard wood sample
Excellent figure, good price and delivery. Will order again.
Familiarity: I've used it in several projects
5
January 3rd, 2012
Geoff
Boiling springs PA USA
Building a Noah's Ark
This sample is great! I love the grain-made a perfect giraffe for the Ark I'm building for my soon-to-be grandchild.
5
March 20th, 2011
Ric Nesslage
Denair Ca. USA
Great Grips
I haven't got to use this wood yet, but I make custom pistol grips and this looks very unique with great personality!

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