chunky blocks for carving and model making

Ayous - a heat treated version of Obeche which is very very soft.

Beech - medium density with a slightly pink hue and flecks on the radial surface

            Cuts cleanly and easy to machine

Maple - creamy white very hard hardwood from Canada, machines well.

Maranti - low cost Mahogany substitute, fairly soft but can split in short grain

Utile - African Mahogany  works well , medium to high hardness.