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Redheart - 1-1/2" x 1-1/2" x 12"
$12.69
The bright red background of Redheart (Erythroxylon mexicanum) is host to a number of very interesting streaks and closed knots. It is smooth and tight grained, and sands to a nice workable surface. Redheart does not tear out when planed, and is nice for scroll sawing. In many ways it...
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The bright red background of Redheart (Erythroxylon mexicanum) is host to a number of very interesting streaks and closed knots. It is smooth and tight grained, and sands to a nice workable surface. Redheart does not tear out when planed, and is nice for scroll sawing. In many ways it is similar to Bloodwood in character and color without the possibility of allergic reaction from the dust. Common uses for Redheart include turned objects, inlays, veneer, fine furniture, and small specialty wood items.
Features:
- Sometimes fades to a deeper red/red-brown with age
- Similar to Bloodwood in character and color
- Sands and polishes well
- Native to Mexico/Central America
- Thickness: 1-1/2”
- Width: 1-1/2”
- Length: 12”
- (1) Redheart - 1-1/2" x 1-1/2" x 12" Wood Turning Stock
- Wood is a product of nature, and as such, no two pieces are alike to start with, the same wood growing in different locales can vary greatly even though it is the exact same species.
- Due to the nature of wood movement, shrinkage and expansion are possible. Please measure each piece carefully before starting any project.
- Cut from quality, kiln-dried stock. The grain runs with the longest dimension.
- Thin Stock is sawn to +/- 1/8" of the listed size.
- Carving and Turning Blocks are sawn to +/- 1/4" of the listed size.
- Plywood sizes are nominal, the dimensions are +/- 1/8" of the listed size.
- Larger blocks are sawn to +/- 1/4" of the listed size.
- Smaller blocks are sawn to +/- 1/8" of the listed size.
- Spindle stock, or stock that is 1-1/2" - 2" wide is sawn to +/-1/8" of the listed size.
Articles & Blogs

WoodSense: Redheart
Redheart really lives up to its name. Its scarlet heartwood resembles something Walt Disney would have dreamed up.
Reviews
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A very nice wood to work with. Great appearance.
I'm a novice turner using a home-made lathe and I was looking for interesting woods that turned well. This choice did not disappoint. The surface is very smooth off the table saw and turning is almost as easy as cherry. The price seems good. I've not finished anything yet, but I'm expecting it to look spectacular.
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that's wood
Easy to turn, less chip out on a wood lathe, nice color.
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Disappointed
Ordered this to use for a segmented turning, alas the spindle was probably about 85% sapwood which totally defeated the purpose it was intended.
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Great!
Got a few pieces of exotic woods to learn turning and shaping. This came clean, dressed, straight and true. Couldn't ask for better! All of the wood stock I've purchased from woodcraft has been of the same 'high-quality'. Allows me to experiment a little with various woods usually not readily available at 'Big Box Stores'. Thanks