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Boxwood (Buxus sempervirens)
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| Other names: |
European, Turkish, Iranian boxwood (according to origin).
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Southern Europe, Asia Minor, Western Asia
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| Characteristics: |
A fine even-textured wood. It is dense and heavy, can have straight to irregular grain and is light yellow in color.
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| Workability: |
Medium
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| Average dried weight: |
58lb/cubic foot (930kg/cubic meter)
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Carving, tool handles, turning, rulers, inlay, musical instruments
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| Finishing: |
Good
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