Make a bold statement with Purpleheart (Peltogyne spp.) bowl blanks. Renowned for its extraordinary violet to deep royal purple colour, this exotic hardwood transforms with exposure to light. Freshly cut blanks show a muted brown‑purple, but within days of UV exposure they develop the intense, sought‑after purple hue. Kiln‑dried to 6‑8% moisture content, these blanks are dimensionally stable and ready for your finest turning projects — from art bowls and platters to jewellery boxes and wine stoppers.
Specifications
- Wood Name: Purpleheart, Amaranth
- Botanical Name: Peltogyne spp.
- Length: Available in 4 – 10 inches
- Width: Available in 4 – 10 inches
- Thickness: Available in 2 – 3 inches
- Dried: Kiln Dried
- Moisture Content: 6‑8%
Features
- Stunning violet‑purple colour that deepens with UV exposure
- Freshly cut pale brown transforms to intense purple within days
- Very dense and hard — excellent wear resistance and durability
- Kiln‑dried to 6‑8% MC for immediate use and long‑term stability
- Every blank exhibits unique grain patterns and colour variations
Workability & Performance
- Sharp tools essential: High density can dull edges quickly; keep tools honed for clean cuts
- Take light cuts: With care, it turns smoothly; avoid heavy cuts to prevent tear‑out
- Sands to a satiny finish: Responds beautifully to fine grits; natural luster emerges
- Finishing: Use UV‑blocking finish to slow colour change, or embrace the deepening purple
- Colour note: Over time, purple may mellow to rich brown‑purple if exposed to UV
Notes
- Natural variations in grain and colour make each piece unique.
- The colour is a pale brown when freshly cut, darkening to deep violet purple with a few days of UV exposure.
- 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.