Matumi

Product Description

Breonadia Microcephalaor commonly known as Matumi.

Air and Kiln Dried, Matumi is a tight grained timber which varies from honey brown to brownish grey with dark streaks and some wide lines. Similar to Goncalo Alves, if you know this timber, it turns tight and can take fine detail bit the wood is waxy to the touch which helps with turning but can clog abrasives. May not be suited to oil finishes but takes sealers well with wax on top.

Sometimes stockispart seasoned and may contain high moisture.

Safety Notice

We all need to keep some perspective on health and safety issues but it is a fact that all timbers are liable to cause an allergic reaction of some type to some people.

This may vary according to exposure time but it is sensible to protect and reduce the risk to your eyes, face, respiratory system and maybe your skin, by the best means you have available.

Spalted timbers may contain the spores of fungi and bacteria at work, so take especial care when working with these timbers, especially when using abrasives.

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