Olivewood is one of the most beautiful hardwoods in the world -- swirling irregular grain and warm contrast between cream and dark brown create figure unique to every board. Harvested from aged olive trees, available in limited quantities. Available at Windsor Plywood locations across Canada.
Features
- Olivewood -- Cream to yellow-brown with dark brown streaks and swirling grain
- Interlocked and irregular, fine texture with high luster grain
- Janka hardness: 2,700+ lbf
- Kiln-dried -- confirm surfacing options at your local branch
Specifications
| Species |
Olivewood |
| Origin |
Mediterranean region |
| Janka Hardness |
2,700+ lbf |
| Colour |
Cream to yellow-brown with dark brown streaks and swirling grain |
| Grain |
Interlocked and irregular, fine texture with high luster |
| Drying |
Kiln-dried |
| Availability |
In-store -- confirm sizes and surfacing options |
Common Uses
Olivewood is used for turned bowls, cutting boards, utensils, decorative boxes, knife handles, pen blanks, and small furniture. The traditional wood for Mediterranean kitchenware.. Confirm available sizes and stock at your local Windsor Plywood location.
Pro Tips
- Available in limited sizes from cultivated olive trees. Food-safe mineral oil or Clapham's Beeswax (available at Windsor Plywood) is the standard finish for kitchen items. Irregular grain makes planing challenging -- hand-scraping produces better surfaces.
- Acclimate lumber in your workspace for 48-72 hours before milling to allow the wood to adjust to ambient temperature and humidity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is olivewood food-safe?
Yes. Used for food preparation in Mediterranean cultures for centuries. Finish with food-safe mineral oil or beeswax.
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