East Indian Rosewood Turning Squares: 2" x 2" x 18"

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East Indian Rosewood Turning Squares: 2" x 2" x 18"

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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
Approximated, actual size may vary +/- 1/8"
Weight

4.42

lbs /Bd. Ft.
23.46% heavier than red oak (3.58 /bd. ft.)
Hardness

1720

Janka Rating
33.33% harder than red oak (1290 psi)
Density

0.85

Specific Gravity
32.81% more dense than red oak (.64)

General Workability
Good 4/10
Red Oak

Wood Texture
V. Fine 2/10
Red Oak

Ease of Finishing
Easy 2/10
Red Oak

map of where E. Indian Rosewood tree grows

(Dalbergia latifolia)
E. Indian Rosewood grows in Asia

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color of E. Indian Rosewood
Color Range
Dark purple to dark brown with black lines
the E. Indian Rosewood tree
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.
other names for E. Indian Rosewood
Other Names
Bombay blackwood, East Indian rosewood, Indian palisandre, Indian rosewood, Java palisandre, Malabar, Shisham, Sitsal, Sonokeling
uses for E. Indian Rosewood
Some Typical Uses
Cabinetmaking, Marquetry, Musical instruments, Tool handles, some furniture parts, decorative items.
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5 / 5
March 13th, 2021
Verified Buyer
Big Bubba
Florida
Cutting board project
Excellent quality and del
5 / 5
February 14th, 2019
Verified Buyer
Bill
San Diego
Flute
Just started on project, wood looks amazing cuts and sands great. Send pictures when done.
5 / 5
December 10th, 2012
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.

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