Camphor (Burl)
If you're looking for a veneer with unusual color and character, nothing beats camphor burl. The aroma from camphor is hard to mistake. In Japan, camphor wood is used for boat building because of its anti-fungal properties. In northeast Australia, the camphor tree is considered an invasive and efforts are being made to eradicate this species. However, the burl growth found in camphor is generally limited the areas around the Pacific Basin (at 1,500 feet above sea level).Common Name: | Camphor, Camphorwood | |
Scientific Name: | Cinnamomum camphora | |
Family: | Lauraceae | |
Color: | Red and reddish to greenish brown | |
Origin: | China, Japan, Vietnam, Korea, and Borneo | |
Hardness: | Medium to hard | |
Texture: | Fine textured grain with semi-open pores | |
Finishing: | Readily accepts stains and finishes |
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