Wood Turning Wood M

Maccassar Ebony
(Diospyros Celobica) A bigger tree than the African Ebony it can often be only a shrub. Dark brown to black heartwood is streaked throughout. The hardness of the wood makes it difficult to saw. A great wood for woodturning, it is also used for veneers, cabinet making and musical instruments.

Mallee Burr
(Eucalyptus Socialis) This rare wood is found in Australia in dryer regions. This wood is difficult to turn requiring sharp woodturning tools.

Manzanita Root
(Arctostraphylos) This wood from Southern USA is red or purple with black streaks, making a beautiful appearance. In addition to woodturning, can also be used for carving.

Maple Burr
(Acer Macrophyllum) Heartwood is a white colour with variable grain. An easy wood for woodturning, it is also used in flooring. The burr is suitable for veneer and turning.

Masur Birch
(Betula Alba) Ntive to Finland this tree is cream - white and reaches a height of 12 metres plus. The flecked appearance is due to beetle larvae but gives a pleasing effect. Used for furniture and veneer, you will enjoy turning this on the lathe.

Mulberry
(Callicarpa Americana) More of a shrub growing only to 8 foot high, there are numerous species of this particular wood. A golden yellow colour, often affected by sunlight, this wood is moderately easy to turn.