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  1. 29th March 2010, 08:36 AM #1
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    Default What's Myrtle good for?

    I've been given some small Myrtle logs and don't know what to do with it. Any suggestions? Is it good for turnings?
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    Quote Originally Posted by Woodwould View Post
    I've been given some small Myrtle logs and don't know what to do with it. Any suggestions? Is it good for turnings?
    well... after blocking up and seasoning for a few years, it's good for giving to woodcarvers

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  4. 29th March 2010, 09:18 AM #3
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    Hmmm... I don't think I know any of them folk... best I just burn it.
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    Tassie Myrtle??
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    No, it's Healsville Myrtle.
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    It came from Healsville where it was damaged in the bush fires and ultimately had to be taken down.
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    If it's good enough for your table, I'm sure I can think of something to do with it.
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    Er ............ housework?

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    Depending on its quality WW, it can be magnificent stuff. Use it where you'd use Cherry or Mahogany. Good Myrtle is a joy to work with - every bit as nice as the Mahogany I've handled (which isn't very much!).

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    IME Vic Myrtle is less figured than Tas Myrtle but still good for turning (and prob also carving). Same species. Can be a sod to dry if what you have WW is green so cut out the pith and seal the ends asap.
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    Perfect! Thanks chaps!
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    Pleasure. I'm sure you'll enjoy it. It's fairly fine grained and easy to work - even the burls which are superb. Pic of a burl bowl below that was turned green (Tas grown).
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    That's very nice looking stuff, thanks.
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