The striking appearance of Italian Olive, also known as Mediterranean Olive, comes from golden brown wood highlighted by rich brown and black streaks. This dense, oily species can also feature beautiful tiger striping or burl. Olive trees are commonly kept pruned for fruit production and are usually harvested for wood only when they become too old to produce olives or are damaged, making long lengths uncommon. The wood glues well, polishes to a smooth finish, and is commonly used for sculpture, carving, decorative turning, inlay, and high-end custom furniture. This slab measures 1-1/4" x 24" x 48" and has been surfaced on both sides.
Features: Dense oily wood, excellent for kitchen utensils Usually found in short lengths Italian Olivewood can be beautifully figured Known for having excellent strength properties Polishes up well and gives a smooth even finish Native to Europe and eastern Africa Slab has been surfaced on two sides Specifications: Thickness: 1-1/4" Width: 24" Length: 48" What's Included: (1) Olivewood Slab - 1-1/4" x 24" x 48" Notes: Due to the nature of wood movement, shrinkage and expansion are possible. Please measure each piece carefully before starting any project. Wood is a product of nature, and as such, no two pieces are alike to start with, while the same wood growing in different locales can vary greatly even though it is the exact same species.