Tigerwood
Tigerwood Wood
Origin: Africa or Mexico
Grain Type: Interlocked grain with fine texture
Color: Yellow-brown with dark streaks ranging from reddish brown all the way to black
Advantages: Very high density yet easy for professional craftsmen to work and shape, more resistant to moisture than other woods, has excellent strength and durability
Disadvantages: Wood can tear if not cut with sharp enough tools, DIY work is not recommended without prior woodworking experience for this reason
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