Thuya Burl Bowl Blank —

Thuya Burl (Tetraclinis articulata) is one of the most prized and distinctive burls in the world of woodturning. Sourced from the Atlas Mountains of North Africa, it is celebrated for its mesmerising swirling grain, warm amber tones, and intoxicating natural fragrance — a wood that is as much a pleasure to work as it is to behold.

Bowl blanks in Thuya Burl are a rare treat. The sweeping burl figure wraps around the form of a turned bowl in a way that is simply impossible to replicate — each piece producing a vessel that is entirely its own. Because every blank is unique, we photograph each one individually so you can choose the exact piece you want. The piece you select is the piece you receive — no surprises, no substitutions.

Wood Characteristics

• Species: Thuya Burl (Tetraclinis articulata)
• Origin: Atlas Mountains, North Africa
• Colour: Rich golden-amber to reddish-brown with dark contrasting eyes and swirls
• Grain: Highly figured burl grain with characteristic "eyes" and flowing patterns — no two pieces alike
• Hardness: Moderately hard — good durability with a lighter feel
• Fragrance: Naturally aromatic — a distinctive, pleasant scent when turned
• Finish: Polishes to a stunning lustre; the figuring truly comes alive under oil or lacquer
• Workability: Turns well on the lathe; take care with the irregular burl grain — sharp tools and light cuts recommended

Select Your Piece

Use the variant selector to browse Piece 1 through Piece 4. Each has its own photograph showing the exact blank you will receive. Sizes and prices are listed per piece to reflect the individual character and dimensions of each blank.

Supplied

• Cut square for easy mounting
• Ends waxed to minimise moisture loss and reduce checking
• Supplied dried and ready to turn
• Size and price shown per individual piece in the variant selector

Natural burl wood — colour, grain, and figuring will vary significantly between blanks, making each piece truly one of a kind. The piece shown is the piece you will receive.