{"product_id":"zebrano-bowl-blank-zbb03-220x48mm-tight-grain-john-boddy","title":"Zebrano Bowl Blank ZBB03 — 220 × 48mm | Tight Grain | John Boddy Stock","description":"\u003ch2\u003eZebrano (\u003cem\u003eMicroberlinia brazzavillensis\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eZebrano is one of the most visually striking timbers available — its pale golden background is dramatically marked with dark brown, almost black streaks that run across the grain in bold, irregular patterns. This particular blank stands out even within the species: the grain lines are exceptionally tight and closely packed, giving it an unusually refined, almost textile-like surface quality that will reward careful turning and finishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom the late John Boddy's personal stock — old-growth material of exceptional character sourced when quality like this was still accessible.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecies Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eMicroberlinia brazzavillensis\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zebrano \/ Zebrawood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e West \/ Central Africa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pale gold with bold dark brown zebra-stripe figuring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJanka Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~1,575 lbf (~7,000 N)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDensity:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~740 kg\/m³\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorkability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can be interlocked grain — sharp tools recommended. Finishes to a high lustre.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThis Blank\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e ZBB03\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 220mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 48mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.75kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFigure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Notably tight, closely-packed grain lines — a standout example of the species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two small bug holes present on the reverse face — clearly visible in the photos. These are a natural characteristic of old-growth tropical timber and will turn away or can be filled; priced accordingly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e John Boddy's stock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhotos:\u003c\/strong\u003e Images show the actual blank you will receive, including the bug holes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn honest blank with exceptional figure. The tight grain makes it a real find — the bug holes are minor and fully disclosed.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Wood Room","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59285349335385,"sku":"ZBB03","price":22.46,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1044\/1110\/3577\/files\/B24BE338-9A3A-48A8-AC1D-D134DB459F9D.jpg?v=1788427741","url":"https:\/\/woodroom.co.uk\/products\/zebrano-bowl-blank-zbb03-220x48mm-tight-grain-john-boddy","provider":"The Wood Room","version":"1.0","type":"link"}