Olive wood is highly prized for its hardness, straight grain, and unique and attractive appearance. Wood has a uniform grain pattern with warm color ranging from creamy yellows to darker golden-brown. Olive wood is native to Europe and eastern Africa. It is a medium-sized evergreen tree. Olive trees have been cultivated for their fruit, olives, … Read more

What is Okoume Wood? Okoume is a light brown, medium density and straight-grained African hardwood native to Central Africa but mostly found in Gabon, Equatorial Guinea, and Congo. Okoume wood, also known as Gaboon or Okoumé. The Okoume tree is a medium-sized deciduous tree. It typically has a straight, cylindrical trunk and a rounded or umbrella-shaped crown … Read more

Brazilian Rosewood is more expensive and rarer than Indian Rosewood. But if we compare stability, then Indian Rosewood is more stable than Brazilian Rosewood. Brazilian Rosewood is prone to cracks, so guitar makers prefer Indian Rosewood. Another main reason for choosing Brazilian Rosewood is that it was banned in 1992, making it difficult to find. … Read more

What is Purple Heart Wood? Purple heart wood is a hardwood species from a deciduous tree (i.e., one that sheds its leaves every autumn), also known as Amaranth, Roxinho, or Violetta. It is native to Central and South America and commonly found in Mexico down to southern Brazil. Purple heart wood is popular in woodworking … Read more

The difference between Mahogany and Okoume is that Mahogany is darker, more durable, and insect resistant than Okoume wood. Both woods are hardwoods and are widely used for woodworking.  What is Okoume Wood? Okoume wood is highly durable, stable and rot-resistant hardwood commonly used for furniture and musical instruments. Okoume wood, also known as Gaboon or Okoumé, … Read more

Acacia wood is a popular hardwood species for furniture, flooring, and other woodworking projects. It has an attractive appearance, stability and durability. Many Acacia wood species exist, so their nature and physical properties may differ. However, like any material, it also has pros and cons. Here are some of the pros and cons of acacia … Read more