Turned Burr Bowls

Burrs (or burls) are the odd looking lumps seen on trees and are a result of abnormal growth within the tree. The grain pattern within these burrs is often full of whorls and swirls and the outer surface can have interesting peaks and shapes. It is the combination of unusual grain patterns, colouring and external shape that makes burrs so highly sought after when woodturning, for something out of the ordinary in turned wooden burr bowls.
The irregular grain and shape makes the woodturners task a little more difficult but the results make the extra effort worthwhile. Natural edge turned burr bowls either have the bark on or off and each creates a different overall effect for the bowl. Finishes are either oil or wax.

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Burr Bowls

Jarrah Burr 5.5 x 2	Mallee burr 8x2	Maple burr 8x2	Spalted Horse Chestnut burr 10.5x8	Natural edge oak burr 9x3
Thuya burr 8x2	Natural edge oak burr 6x3	Natural edge spalted oak burr 14x4	Natural edge oak burr 6x3	Spalted horse chestnut burr 13x7

Many types of tree produce burr formations. Using them to produce turned wood burr bowls is just one possibility. Many burrs are also used in fine woodworking as veneers, some of which command extremely high prices. Depending on availability of a suitable burr, turned wooden burr bowls can also be made to order.

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