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Recently graded live edge slabs added to our online catalog: Angelim Pedra and Maple Burl as well as Walnut. (We have a wide range of lengths, widths and thicknesses available in our physical inventory. In addition to these species listed above, we offer over 50 other species.) We are proud to offer a large...

August 2019 WOM | Red Gum is native to North America. Red Gum grows from Connecticut and New York, west to Ohio, Illinois, Missouri and Oklahoma south to Florida and Texas. The wood veneer has a silky luster and fine, uniform texture. After being cut, Red Gum veneer enters a vacuum chamber for the...

July-August 2019 Lumber Newsletter | Our live edge slab inventory is a sight to see. We are confident you will find a specie that speaks to you. Check out our July-August 2019 Lumber Lowdown for a glimpse into our newest table top arrivals. Questions or comments? Send your inquiries to sales@mbveneer.com Follow our lumber...

July 2019 WOM | Louro Preto grows in Tropical, Central and South America and is especially common in Brazil. Its color ranges from a medium brown to a much richer brown. Dark and long black streaks show beautiful contrast. Over time, Louro Preto will darken, adding even more character to its handsome aesthetic. Because...

June 2019 WOM | Pippy Oak is made from European White Oak, a specie used across the board in woodworking. Its color ranges from a light yellow or brown. This veneer is known for having knots called scattered eyes, clusters, pepper, or “cat paws.” Because of these markings, Pippy Oak is commonly called cluster...

May-June 2019 Lumber Lowdown | In this issue, we showcase wood from all over the world, from Australia to Hawaii. Our extensive stock of unique wood species is impressive – take a look in the May-June 2019 Lumber Lowdown. Contact us if you have any questions or comments – we’d love to hear from...

May 2019 WOM | Redwood Burl is rich, warm and full of character. Burl veneer is produced from large, wart-like growths on the trunk of the tree. Burls grow below the soil line on Redwood, usually within 10 feet from the soil surface. Most notably used in automotive dashboards, Redwood Burl is also a...

A warm congratulations is in order to Bart of @newportwoodworks (Instagram tag) in Newport, Kentucky. Bart is our winner of the Instagram African Padauk Slab Earth Day Giveaway! 🌏 His name was drawn on Earth Day and he was able to visit us this morning for a tour of our lumber warehouses. He comes...

We have an exciting Friday announcement: Our Earth Day Instagram exclusive giveaway is live and accepting entries! Join us on Instagram by following @mbohlkecorp We want you to give this beautiful African Padauk live edge slab a second life! Its measurements are 10.07′ long x 38.58″ wide x 2.56″ thick, priced at $1,500. We...

April 2019 WOM | African Chechen wood veneer (often called African Ziricote) closely resembles American Red Gum in aesthetic. African Chechen’s main use is for architectural panels, but it can also be applied in high-end furniture, boat and yacht building, as well as specialty items. This species works easily with both hand and machine...