Mappa Burl Wood

Mappa burl, sourced from the European black poplar tree (Populus nigra), is a lightweight hardwood known for its intricate burl patterns featuring swirling grain and small, eye-like formations caused by irregular tree growth. The wood has a pale yellow to creamy white tone, with darker burl inclusions adding dramatic contrast. Mappa Burl wood is a highly decorative wood that comes from the burl formations of the European Black Poplar tree (Populus nigra), commonly referred to as "Mappa." It is prized for its unique appearance, featuring intricate grain patterns, swirling designs, and clusters of "eyes," which make it a favorite among woodworkers and artisans.

Mappa Burl Mappa Burl Highly figured live edge Mappa burl table top slabs. Mappa is the only species of poplar that develops this rare type of burl formation Big slabs ship by truck. Some smaller slabs can be shipped Fedex.

Items can also be picked up. Call for a shipping estimate and payment options. Boards cut under 60"will cost less to ship.

Black Poplar is a hardwood tree that produces a unique burl called Mappa burl, which is highly decorative and used for fine veneer and inlays. Learn about its properties, distribution, uses, and pictures of Mappa burl and Black Poplar wood. Mappa Burl Wood Veneer These mappa burl wood veneer sheets have a beautiful buttery color with contrasting brown pockets of burl.

It also has a unique aroma which is similar to the smell of leather. Originally from Western Europe, mappa is the only species of poplar that develops this rare type of burl formation. Shop for Mappa Burl, a European species with dark brown to black eyes and golden color.

Find live edge lumber, micro lumber and extra fancy pieces for your projects. The wood glues well and takes screws and nails well. Woodworkers can get a clean edge on the wood with a high-speed router for cleaner edges.

Mappa burl also finishes well, taking all standard. Mappa burl is actually the burl wood of a European poplar. This highly decorative veneer is particularly contrasty-its light brown heartwood is peppered by an unusual darker, bark-like pattern of tight clusters.

This burl is stunning-an extraordinary and unexpected choice for furniture, cabinetry, and architectural applications. It's a highly contrasted two-tone burl with tight clusters and pillow figure. There are many unique uses for mappa burl veneer, including but not limited to cabinetry, accenting furniture and tabletops, inlaying, decorating musical instruments, and thanks to its unique figure, a wide range of other projects such as architectural panels, auto.

Mappa Burl wood veneer sheet AA quality grade. Various sizes and backers available (click options on drop down menu). This is the real natural grown wood.

Mappa Burl varies in color and grain. Photos are representative. Exact photos can be requested.

Grades are determined by several factors, but mostly by the density and coverage of the knots and swirls. This product will be flat and ready to.