African Blackwood
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African Blackwood is very strong and tough in all categories, but is not normally used for steam bending due to its weight and density. It has a severe blunting effect in tools, Tungsten-carbide-tipped tools are required for conversion. It can be difficult to work but turns well.
Pre-boring is necessary for nailing and screwing, and screw threads can be tapped into it almost as well as in metal. It glues fairly well, takes stain well and can be brought to a brilliant, lustrous finish.
Please note, the image is an example of what you could create with African Blackwood.
Sample turned by Anthony Chambers.
Customer Reviews
By Paul C on 12th October 2023
"Excellent product. African Blackwood is excellent for finials and the foot on a hollow form. The price is very competitive and I will definitely be purchasing again
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By Mrs JACKSON on 3rd January 2022
"Excellent wood for turning. As described, it even takes screw threads well."
By Mr Joe Diggins on 2nd November 2021
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By Charles on 28th February 2020
"Excellent service in every possible way, beautiful product! Thank you"
By CharlesMcGoldrick on 8th April 2019
"Excellent service, lovely friendly helpful staff! first class product. Thank you"
By McGoldrickCharles on 4th April 2019
"Lovely friendly helpful staff, excellent product."
By McGoldrickCharles on 4th April 2019
"Excellent in every possible way, Thank you very much"
By McGoldrickCharles on 4th April 2019
"Excellent friendly helpful staff, first class product. Thank you"
By CharlesMcGoldrick on 6th December 2018
"Dear Sir/Madam,
My latest purchase and indeed all previous have been absolutely totally perfect in every possible way. Lovely friendly really helpful staff, excellent product and super fast delivery. I certainly will shop with Turners Retreat again and highly recommend it to any wood turner, related craft or business. Thank you very much
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By CharlesMcGoldrick on 16th November 2018
"Excellent service, first class product, and very helpful friendly staff. Thank you"
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