Camphor Burl
Trade Name :
Camphor Burl
Origin :
China, Vietnam, Japan
Uses :
Camphor Burl veneers are used for decorative interior architectural woodwork, special building projects and for exclusive furniture. Also used for medical purposes. The leaves of the Camphortree are eaten by the Camphor Silk Caterpillar whose cocoons are produced to natural silk for fishing-lines and surgical thread.
Properties :
Dark red wood, vividly burled. When put together in cross joints, beautiful pictures result. Very intensive scent which does not subside when the wood is produced to veneers.
Jointing :
Nail and screw joints hold well and are easily made.