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mix/match strips and squares
(48 U.S. Ground)
mix/match strips and squares
(48 U.S. Ground)
Why Choose E. Indian Rosewood?
East Indian Rosewood captivates with its deep, opulent hues of dark brown and purple, and its mesmerizing grain patterns. Renowned for its exceptional density and durability, it offers unparalleled tonal richness, making it the wood of choice for exquisite musical instruments and luxury furniture. Its natural luster and velvety finish elevate any piece, transforming ordinary projects into masterpieces.
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.
| Thickness | 2" (≈ 2" approx) |
| Width | 2" |
| Length | 18" |
| Grade | Air dried and end-waxed |
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Weight
4.42
lbs /Bd. Ft.
23.46% heavier than red oak (3.58 /bd. ft.)
General Workability
Wood Texture
Ease of Finishing
Wood Texture
Ease of Finishing
Color Range
Dark purple to dark brown with black lines
Dark purple to dark brown with black lines
What's The Tree Like?
A straight trunk that's clear usually 30 to 50 feet. Overall height reaches 75 feet under normal conditions, but can be as tall as 100 feet. The diameter grows to 30 inches.
A straight trunk that's clear usually 30 to 50 feet. Overall height reaches 75 feet under normal conditions, but can be as tall as 100 feet. The diameter grows to 30 inches.
Other Names
Bombay blackwood, East Indian rosewood, Indian palisandre, Indian rosewood, Java palisandre, Malabar, Shisham, Sitsal, Sonokeling
Bombay blackwood, East Indian rosewood, Indian palisandre, Indian rosewood, Java palisandre, Malabar, Shisham, Sitsal, Sonokeling
Some Typical Uses
Cabinetmaking, Marquetry, Musical instruments, Tool handles, some furniture parts, decorative items.
Cabinetmaking, Marquetry, Musical instruments, Tool handles, some furniture parts, decorative items.
Verified Buyer
Big Bubba
Florida
Cutting board project
Excellent quality and del
Verified Buyer
Bill
San Diego
Flute
Just started on project, wood looks amazing cuts and sands great. Send pictures when done.
Joseph VanQuakebeke
West Point UT US
Beutiful for stand legs
This is a gorgeous wood for stand legs. The colors and grain movement just make you stop and stare. It is easy to work with and takes a little sanding (220 and 320) to really make the grains and color just pop.
The Joys of Building with Great Woods
What's 4/4, 8/4, 12/4, etc.?
Understanding hardwood lumber starts right here with these wacky fractions.
Understanding hardwood lumber starts right here with these wacky fractions.
Lumber Grades Explained
If you're expecting perfect clear lumber 100% of the time, you're in for a surprise. Here's a summary of the hardwood lumber grades and what to expect from them.
If you're expecting perfect clear lumber 100% of the time, you're in for a surprise. Here's a summary of the hardwood lumber grades and what to expect from them.
3 Steps To Figure Out How Much Lumber You Need
Board feet isn't your everyday kind of math, but these three simple steps make it easy to figure out your project.
Board feet isn't your everyday kind of math, but these three simple steps make it easy to figure out your project.
Project Planner Worksheet
Here's a handy (and free) Excel worksheet that helps you estimate the lumber needs for your project.
Here's a handy (and free) Excel worksheet that helps you estimate the lumber needs for your project.
Understand Wood Toxicity & What You Should Do About It
Are woods poisonous? Hazardous to use in cutting boards or baby cribs? Find out here.
Are woods poisonous? Hazardous to use in cutting boards or baby cribs? Find out here.
Wood Moves - Here's What You Need to Know
Wood is like a sponge, and it's always in a state of absorbing or releasing moisture to stay equalized with its environment. The problem with that is it also swells and shrinks. Here's what you need to know to protect your project.
Wood is like a sponge, and it's always in a state of absorbing or releasing moisture to stay equalized with its environment. The problem with that is it also swells and shrinks. Here's what you need to know to protect your project.
