{"product_id":"spalted-turkey-oak-hardwood-shelf-mantle-1002-l-x-308-w-x-33-d-mm-737","title":"Spalted turkey oak, hardwood shelf, mantle.  1002 L x 308 W x 33 D mm    (737)","description":"\u003cp\u003eTimber: Spalted Turkey Oak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: 1002 L x 308-258 W x 33 D mm +-\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note we have measured the widest widths on the widest side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 6.4 kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDescription: A nice piece of dry timber, great colour and grain, ready to use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSurface splits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat does the description mean?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSurface Splits\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eThey vary from shallow hairline splits to larger, wider splits on the timber's flat surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eEnd grain split\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eThese splits go into the wood from the cut ends of the timber.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eLoose Bits \u0026amp; Flaky Bits\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li4\"\u003eThis is when the wood has become softer in some parts more than others or there are soft, wavy edges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWormholes \u0026amp; Bark Beetles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eThe holes are caused by insect attacks; all are treated before sale to ensure no further infestation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e1\/4 Sawn\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eIt is when the cut timber has horizontal grain; when cut like this, it is more sought after, as it becomes a more stable timber and, in oak, shows off the medullary rays.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePlanner Tears \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eThese are caused by the planning machine, which smoothes the timber. The tears are slight chip marks on the smooth surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSaw Marks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eSaw marks are from the milling process and sometimes get left on the surfaces to preserve the thickness of the timber.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSpalted\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eThis is often a favourite of woodturners. It is when the wood has been attacked by fungi; it then leaves black lines and various colours through the timber. It will not carry on growing whilst the wood is dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eRustic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li4\"\u003eThis tends to be slightly rough and ready timber; it can have varying colours, holes, soft bits, splits, shakes, nail holes, insect holes, and so on.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCupped\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li4\"\u003eThis is when the wood concaves across its width.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePlease note: the wood has been wiped with a damp cloth prior to photographs being taken.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis is to show the timber's natural grain and features and for you to see what it would look like once oiled, waxed, or polished.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eNo stain has been applied to any wood shown. All colours seen are natural to the wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eI mill timber, which is suitable for all woodworking projects, furniture making, wood turning, wood carving, DIY, hobbies, crafts, windows\/doors, mantelpieces, building projects, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWhen selecting and milling the timber I use, I take my time to get the best from each tree, often working with the natural features and grain within a piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThese natural features can often be such things as knots, splits, shakes, holes, beetle holes, bark, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePlease take your time to look at each piece carefully to be sure you are happy with what you are buying. If you have any questions, please ask.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAll timber is sustainably sourced. I buy trees that have died, blown over, have to be taken down due to disease, or are simply growing in the wrong place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePlease visit benloughrill.com for further details and information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eI aim to dispatch items on the same day as purchase. Delivery is estimated between 3 and 5 working days; more often than not, you will have your item within 2-4 working days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFor shipping to the Channel Islands and Highlands, please contact me for a postage quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eItems can be combined for better postage rates. Please request an invoice directly from the eBay shopping basket page or on the first page after you've clicked Proceed to checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAll items are tracked, and a signature will be needed on delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003eIf the item is not quite what you had hoped for or it has become damaged in transit, please get in touch. I will do my utmost to put things right; your custom is valued!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Oak \u0026 Burr Oak","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58510191296895,"sku":null,"price":26.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1991\/1307\/files\/Photo23-09-2026_114445.jpg?v=1790241975","url":"https:\/\/treecyclinguk.co.uk\/products\/spalted-turkey-oak-hardwood-shelf-mantle-1002-l-x-308-w-x-33-d-mm-737","provider":"Treecycling uk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}