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23rd August 2022, 10:44 AM
Thread: Help - Australian wood wanted!
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I am away so can’t be of any help at the moment. ...
I am away so can’t be of any help at the moment.
Others here may be helpful.
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20th August 2022, 11:17 PM
Thread: Help - Australian wood wanted!
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This is my own view of luster and chatoiance. I...
This is my own view of luster and chatoiance. I am no expert in this field, just occassionaly opinionated. :)
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17th August 2022, 12:58 PM
Thread: Help - Australian wood wanted!
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Paulo, You asked what is LUSTRE? It is also...
Paulo,
You asked what is LUSTRE? It is also called / spelt LUSTER by Americans. Here is one definition from a US Magazine (What makes wood beautiful | Wood).
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15th August 2022, 05:47 PM
Thread: Help - Australian wood wanted!
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Hi Paolo, Your request was brought to my...
Hi Paolo,
Your request was brought to my attention a few days ago. I see you have already received the usual very generous response from kind members here.
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15th August 2022, 05:25 PM
Thread: Australian Pen Blanks Wanted
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WANTED:VIC Sally, I have heaps(in boxes) ie hundreds of...
Sally,
I have heaps(in boxes) ie hundreds of mixed species.
Most are near give-away prices. I am in Warragul. 1.3 hrs from Melb
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genetic causes! I have seen the same in gidgee
genetic causes! I have seen the same in gidgee
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2nd April 2022, 10:59 PM
Thread: What timber is this?
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From a quick look at the wood it looks like an...
From a quick look at the wood it looks like an Ash to me (Fraxinus sp)
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2nd April 2022, 10:53 PM
Thread: Another timber I.D.?
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agree :)
agree :)
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3rd March 2022, 08:10 PM
Thread: More timber finds for I.D.ing
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My best guess without gong into detail is that...
My best guess without gong into detail is that its a Corymbia, the most common commercial species of which is Spotted Gum. The pattern of parenchyma in the end grain are not found in Eucalyptus sp,...
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22nd January 2022, 02:08 PM
Thread: Identifying a light coloured hardwood
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Here is a link to Meranti that is not too...
Here is a link to Meranti that is not too technical. Its a tropical (asian rainforest) hardwood
White Meranti | The Wood Database - Lumber Identification (Hardwood)
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22nd January 2022, 01:54 PM
Thread: Identifying a light coloured hardwood
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First thanks for the excellent images you...
First thanks for the excellent images you supplied Lyndon. :)
Although familiar I cant id it, but I'm sure from the features (rays and parenchyma) in the end grain image it IS a hardwood and... -
22nd January 2022, 01:40 PM
Thread: Yellow flecks in Merbau - what are they?
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Here is a technical paper for those who are...
Here is a technical paper for those who are interested in the pigment found in Merbau and Afzelia
Topochemical investigation on phenolic deposits in the vessels of afzelia ( Afzelia spp.) and... -
22nd January 2022, 01:31 PM
Thread: Yellow flecks in Merbau - what are they?
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I have always assumed they are not mineral salts...
I have always assumed they are not mineral salts (that DO occur in tropical woods) but rather a yellow organic pigment / dye in this species. Do some tests to confirm it with Merbau shavings. The...
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24th December 2021, 01:28 PM
Thread: Unknown black hearted tree. NSW
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Pics of the leaves, fruits or flowers and bark...
Pics of the leaves, fruits or flowers and bark can all be helpful for ID.
Good quality pics too to help those who stick their necks out with names. Euge -
24th December 2021, 01:23 PM
Thread: White timber types please.
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Hi Ian, yes it is grown as a street and park tree...
Hi Ian, yes it is grown as a street and park tree in cooler parts if Vic. And occassionally cut down. But I haven't got any I can lay my hands on to show you. Sorry, if I come across some I will take...
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15th December 2021, 02:24 PM
Thread: White timber types please.
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Cklett, Thank you very much for the offer,...
Cklett,
Thank you very much for the offer,
But in the space of under an hour, my problems been sorted.
An individual hear who wants to re main anonymous
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16th November 2021, 04:56 PM
Thread: Harmonica combs
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Like others here, I am SO very impressed Cal. ...
Like others here, I am SO very impressed Cal.
We all hope its a great success for you as it appears to be now. Well done. :)
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28th October 2021, 07:43 PM
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The identification of old dirty oxidised wood in...
The identification of old dirty oxidised wood in a pack or stack is very hard unless it uses a trade name or 3 letter code. Is it safe? Some background on its origins, nature, sizes (slabs, logs,...
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28th October 2021, 03:24 PM
Thread: Yellowood timber - small quantity
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WANTED:QLD. Here are pics of freshly cut (end grain) from 2...
Here are pics of freshly cut (end grain) from 2 boards from 2 different sources (maybe same mill or milling as dimensions are similar) One may be a better match that the other.
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28th October 2021, 09:48 AM
Thread: Yellowood timber - small quantity
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WANTED:QLD. Hi David, I have found 2 short boards from...
Hi David,
I have found 2 short boards from which I can cut the 2 lenghts you suggested to me. They are ex 5 x 1" (now 125 x 20 mm and but not clean you will need to sand them yourself). One is a... -
27th October 2021, 08:51 PM
Thread: Yellowood timber - small quantity
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WANTED:QLD. Finally caught up with this request. :U Being...
Finally caught up with this request. :U
Being small in quantity & size (the wood I mean) I think I can help IF I can find a small board I have in mind. Will PM with news soon
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7th September 2021, 09:32 PM
Thread: Bauhinia Cunninghamii
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Here are a few general views and comments. I...
Here are a few general views and comments. I believe it a Bauhinia as you have suggested. Hope this is helpful. It may not be what you want.
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agree with you, from the leaf it does look like...
agree with you, from the leaf it does look like an Albizzia species
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16th May 2021, 07:44 PM
Thread: Timber identification
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In my opinion its mulga (Acacia aneura) from wood...
In my opinion its mulga (Acacia aneura) from wood appearance and especially the bark.
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8th April 2021, 11:04 PM
Thread: Need help identifying this
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If its milled near Brisbane (0n east coast...
If its milled near Brisbane (0n east coast somewhere and is a native rainforest tree) it COULD be brown tulip oak, or one of the other Tulip Oaks (from the fine rays in the middle pic). Botanically...
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10th March 2021, 10:19 PM
Thread: Identify this wood please
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A southern eucalypt is my guess, Looks like it...
A southern eucalypt is my guess, Looks like it has gum veins & large birdseyes which occur in many species. I've seen it in shining gum (E.nitens) for example and have a narrow table which look a bit...
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19th February 2021, 09:30 PM
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SOLD: Species ?
Species ?
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15th February 2021, 05:19 PM
Thread: Please tell me this is Jarrah!!!
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Indeed, if you have a delivery of merbau decking,...
Indeed, if you have a delivery of merbau decking, and its left on concrete after rain, you will know about it from the stain. Not a problem for indoor furniture etc
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15th February 2021, 11:29 AM
Thread: New to Box Making
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I occasionally offer figured panels and short...
I occasionally offer figured panels and short figured boards suitable for boxes. PM if really interested. Very wide range of species from all over the country. When our lockdown ends, you are welcome...
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13th February 2021, 06:21 PM
Thread: Please tell me this is Jarrah!!!
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If its Merbau the yellow stuff in its pores...
If its Merbau the yellow stuff in its pores dissolves in alcohol or metho. (this yellow substance also stains concrete/ cement)
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13th February 2021, 06:17 PM
Thread: Please tell me this is Jarrah!!!
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The Burning Splinter Test
I would say it looks like Jarrah too.
Here is an interesting test.. using a the ash left after combustion of a splinter of jarrah ..
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9th February 2021, 03:28 PM
Thread: Help identify timber
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a local eucalypt (or Brush Box) I'd say with so...
a local eucalypt (or Brush Box) I'd say with so little to go by .. one of the more weather resistant ones used for decking. Maybe ask a local decking supplier.
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6th February 2021, 10:19 PM
Thread: Huon pine burl
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very nice work Peter! Nice choice of wood too. :)
very nice work Peter! Nice choice of wood too. :)
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29th January 2021, 10:58 AM
Thread: Help in identifying wood?
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Agree... looks like Qld Maple to me too.
Agree... looks like Qld Maple to me too.
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25th January 2021, 05:52 PM
Thread: Wheatbelt Timber ID
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Here are link to my best guess ....a Grevilea...
Here are link to my best guess ....a Grevilea like these, Have a look at these
Grevillea nematophylla F.Muell. subsp. nematophylla: FloraBase: Flora of Western Australia
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25th January 2021, 05:42 PM
Thread: Wheatbelt Timber ID
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Its not a Melaleuca* IMO because NO melaceuca...
Its not a Melaleuca* IMO because NO melaceuca woods have the rays (what you call "grain") that are so obvious on the turned handle.
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Yes very likely tropical ebony which are often...
Yes very likely tropical ebony which are often with a striped streaked heartwood. There are a few ebony (Diopyros species) with striped woods like these.
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21st January 2021, 05:28 PM
Thread: Wheatbelt Timber ID
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Hi Rick, I stand by my suggestions of Proteacea...
Hi Rick, I stand by my suggestions of Proteacea Family and likely a Grevillea or Hakea species imo.
Maybe Grass Leaf Hakea is another possibility. Any of these names sound familiar to you?
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20th January 2021, 10:08 PM
Thread: Wheatbelt Timber ID
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Some ideas include Water Tree - Grevillea...
Some ideas include
Water Tree - Grevillea nematophylla. (this is what it looks like most to me)
Beefwood (pale one) Grevillea sp.
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20th January 2021, 09:54 PM
Thread: Wheatbelt Timber ID
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Looks like its from the Proteaceae family eg a...
Looks like its from the Proteaceae family eg a Grevilea, Hakea etc and there are many. They have many common names too (beefwoods, needlewoods to name some).
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9th December 2020, 03:06 PM
Thread: hairy oak guitar
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That's WILD! :U
That's WILD! :U
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28th November 2020, 11:25 AM
Thread: A new set of ukuleles
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Lovely tone Cal! Thanks for taking us on the...
Lovely tone Cal!
Thanks for taking us on the journey with you and sharing your joys and a few difficulties. :)
I do mostly appreciate them for their wood and your skills
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9th November 2020, 07:25 PM
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Hahaha... easy! :U A bandsaw!!
Hahaha... easy! :U
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6th November 2020, 10:42 PM
Thread: Cypress Pine
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From where its growing (Vic) its almost certainly...
From where its growing (Vic) its almost certainly Macrocarpa (Monterey Cyrpess) which is frequently grown in Vic (along fencelines for windbreaks, shade etc) and here grows to large size. It almost...
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5th November 2020, 06:56 PM
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Tend to agree with Ian's comments above re...
Tend to agree with Ian's comments above re possible id and wavy grain. Although it does look like Brushbox (colour and grain) its lacks the durability required. Satinay was used until it became...
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5th November 2020, 06:29 PM
Thread: Acacia carnei
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WARNING this is an ancient 15 yo post!! Just came...
WARNING this is an ancient 15 yo post!! Just came across it today and recognised that "gypsy" Al is talking about, didn't you Neil? :D
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5th November 2020, 02:57 PM
Thread: Acacia peuce
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Not so, though I thought the same once. The...
Not so, though I thought the same once.
The species name comes from the Greek word for PINE because of the trees pine-like foliage
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2nd November 2020, 10:48 AM
Thread: Help, Newbie here, Understanding Wood Types
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Wood toxicity is a complex subject Ambur. The...
Wood toxicity is a complex subject Ambur. The biggest variable is not the woods used but more the person who works with the wood or uses it ie how sensitive you or they are eg to wood dust or...
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30th October 2020, 06:32 PM
Thread: Stabilised Huon Pine
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My experience is only in labs not for stabilising...
My experience is only in labs not for stabilising wood with CJ. Neil has a lot of practical experience .. but that wont stop me from giving my opinion :-)
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29th October 2020, 02:28 PM
Thread: Huon pine stump
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I suggest HIGH PRESSURE Water (eg from a Kartcher...
I suggest HIGH PRESSURE Water (eg from a Kartcher etc) to remove sand, stones, included bark etc first.
Once clean and dry, you can consider the tools you may need, once you know what you want to...