The tight, swirling, knotted effect of burl wood is stunning when finished to a high standard. Burls can form on any tree, but some species like maple and walnut are more susceptible to fungal … read more

As a woodworker, there is a wide variety of woods available that can be used to create so many different products, artistic endeavors, and practical furniture pieces. One of the types of wood … read more

In his story Under The Greenwood Tree , British novelist Thomas Hardy said, "To dwellers in a wood, almost every species of tree has its voice as well as its feature." That is one of the jo … read more

Some say beauty is in the imperfections. Woodworkers would likely agree with such a statement — just look at burl wood. Burls grow out of the sides of trees, a distortion in their otherwise u … read more

If you love to work with wood for your job or your own personal projects, you are far from alone. 5.5 million Americans regularly do woodworking as a hobby. If this describes you, you likel … read more

Burl wood, with its swirling grain patterns and unique spalting, makes one-of-a-kind art. Making a burl wood bowl captures the magic of burl, displaying the individual designs on a surface bu … read more