{"title":"Spalted Beech","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSpalted Beech Hardwood Planks\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpalted Beech (\u003cem\u003eFagus sylvatica\u003c\/em\u003e) is one of the most visually dramatic timbers available — standard Beech transformed by a natural fungal process that creates stunning black zone lines, streaks, and patches of colour across the pale background. No two pieces are ever the same, making Spalted Beech a prized material for decorative furniture, turning, and artistic woodworking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour: Pale cream to light tan with dramatic black zone lines and patches of grey, brown, and pink\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrain: Straight and fine — the spalting adds visual drama without significantly altering the grain structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness: Slightly softer than standard Beech due to the spalting process — still workable and stable when properly dried\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorkability: Good — sharp tools recommended; finishes beautifully to showcase the natural figuring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecorative furniture and statement pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWoodturning — bowls, platters, and vases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArtistic and sculptural woodworking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJewellery boxes and small luxury items\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpalted Beech from The Wood Room is a truly unique timber — each plank is a one-of-a-kind natural artwork. Browse our stock and find your perfect piece for a project that will turn heads.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[],"url":"https:\/\/woodroom.co.uk\/collections\/spalted-beech.oembed","provider":"The Wood Room","version":"1.0","type":"link"}