Bring warm, organic beauty to your workshop with Mango (Mangifera indica) bowl blanks. This sustainably sourced hardwood is treasured for its varied grain patterns—ranging from straight to wavy or curly—and its delightful palette of honey blonde, light brown, and occasional pinkish or grey streaks. Mango wood is moderately dense, easy to work, and takes finishes beautifully. At 12‑16% moisture content, these blanks are perfect for turning while still slightly “green,” allowing you to shape and then dry for minimal movement.
Specifications
- Wood Name: Mango
- Botanical Name: Mangifera indica
- Length: Available in 4 – 8 inches
- Width: Available in 4 – 8 inches
- Thickness: Available in 2 – 3 inches
- Dried: Not Dried
- Moisture Content: 12 – 16%
Features
- Warm blonde to light brown hues with occasional pink, grey or black streaks
- Figure can include wavy, curly, or fiddleback grain – highly decorative
- Moderate density and good strength; easy on tools
- At 12‑16% MC – ideal for rough turning then slow drying to minimise cracks
- Eco‑friendly byproduct of fruit farming; sustainably sourced
Workability & Performance
- Easy to turn: Mango cuts cleanly with sharp tools; responds well to both power and hand tools
- Take light cuts: Especially when turning at 12‑16% MC to avoid tear‑out in figured areas
- Sands smoothly: Achieves a silky, polished surface with minimal effort
- Finishing: Accepts oils, wax, or clear coats beautifully; grain “pops” with a coat of Danish oil
- Drying note: May develop fine surface checks if dried too fast – ideal for controlled air drying
Notes
- Natural variations in grain and colour make each piece unique.
- Mango wood may contain mineral streaks or small gum pockets – part of its organic character.
- Due to the nature of wood movement, shrinkage and expansion are possible.
- Please measure each piece carefully before starting any project.
- Dimensions are approximate and may vary by ±⅛".
- Photo is representative; you will receive a similar blank.