{"product_id":"birdseye-maple-wood-bowl-blank","title":"Birdseye Maple Bowl Blank for Woodturning Projects | Kiln Dried","description":"\u003cp class=\"intro-heading-p\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout This Product\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003carticle id=\"product-details__content\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"intro-p\"\u003eElevate your woodturning with the distinctive beauty of \u003cstrong\u003eBirdseye Maple (\u003cem\u003eAcer saccharum\u003c\/em\u003e) bowl blanks\u003c\/strong\u003e. This rare figure variation of hard maple is characterized by small, tightly clustered \"eyes\" that create a mesmerizing, three‑dimensional pattern across the surface. Prized by woodworkers for its unique appearance and smooth, consistent texture, Birdseye Maple adds instant visual interest to any project. Dried to 10% moisture content, these blanks are stable and ready to turn into stunning bowls, platters, jewelry boxes, and decorative art pieces that showcase nature's artistry.\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-table\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- left cell: Specifications --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-cell\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWood Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Birdseye Maple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eAcer saccharum\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e Available in 4 – 6 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Available in 4 – 6 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Available in 2 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDried:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dried\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMoisture Content:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-cell\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRare and distinctive birdseye figure with small, clustered \"eyes\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreamy white to pale golden heartwood with subtle luster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHard and dense — excellent wear resistance and durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDried to 10% MC for immediate use and dimensional stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvery blank exhibits unique birdseye pattern distribution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-table\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- left cell: Workability \u0026 Performance --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-cell\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWorkability \u0026amp; Performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSharp tools essential:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hard maple density requires sharp edges for clean cuts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTake light cuts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Birdseye figure can tear out if cuts are too aggressive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSands to a smooth, satiny finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Responds beautifully to fine grits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinishing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clear finishes enhance the dimensional effect of the birdseye pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNote on figure:\u003c\/strong\u003e The birdseye pattern may be more or less pronounced in different areas of the blank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-cell\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNotes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural variations in birdseye density and grain make each piece unique.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMay contain small mineral streaks or character marks typical of figured maple.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDue to the nature of wood movement, shrinkage and expansion are possible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlease measure each piece carefully before starting any project.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions are approximate and may vary by ±⅛\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhoto is representative; you will receive a similar blank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e","brand":"Exotic Wood Zone","offers":[{"title":"4\" x 4\" x 2\"","offer_id":48201563701467,"sku":"EWZBOWL010","price":12.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5\" x 5\" x 2\"","offer_id":48201563799771,"sku":"EWZBOWL011","price":19.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6\"x 6\" x 2\"","offer_id":48201563734235,"sku":"EWZBOWL012","price":27.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0281\/0196\/8009\/files\/BirdseyeMapleBowl_1_c10783ae-7eb4-45c4-9c50-bc3299298ec3.jpg?v=1769706872","url":"https:\/\/exoticwoodzone.com\/en-au\/products\/birdseye-maple-wood-bowl-blank","provider":"Exotic Wood Zone ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}