Red River Gum Burl

Red River Gum is so named for its brilliant red wood, which can range from a light pink through to almost black, depending on the age and weathering. This Australian native tree cuts quite nicely on the lathe, but somewhat brittle and is often cross-grained, making hand working difficult. The fine grain, deep red color and attractive dark speckling of Red River Gum burls have made them a favorite choice for decorative turnings and sculpture.