Chakte Viga Bowl Blank

Chakte Viga is a striking Mexican hardwood prized for its vivid, natural orange tones that range from bright tangerine to deep burnt amber. The colour is entirely natural and holds beautifully with a good finish, making it a standout choice for decorative turning. Fine, straight grain and a smooth texture make it a rewarding timber to work, producing bowls with a clean, vibrant surface that showcases the colour to full effect.

Wood Characteristics

• Species: Chakte Viga (Caesalpinia platyloba)
• Origin: Mexico
• Colour: Vivid orange to deep burnt amber
• Grain: Straight to slightly interlocked, fine and even
• Working properties: Turns cleanly with sharp tools, sands and finishes to a smooth, vibrant result

Supplied

• Cut square for easy mounting
• Ends waxed to minimise moisture loss and reduce checking
• Sizes are approximate and shown in inches (length × width × thickness)