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Redbud went down in storm

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I had a redbud go down in a storm that passed through and was wondering if this could be used for turning? The wood is very pretty and hate to see it go to waste. Thanks in advance.
 
Absolutely. It darkens fairly quickly so you'll not keep that nice grain color for long though. I have one of my first pieces that I made hanging in front of me (it's a holiday ornament) made from my mothers' Red Bud tree. It's a pretty easy turning wood. I've found a lot of the Red Buds around this region have had bug holes in them. They don't grow very big around here but I have one in my front yard that I'm going to take down this fall that's 20" diameter.
 
We don't have redbuds here in MN but we sure enjoy the, in full bloom, when we come back north in spring. Don't think I ever saw one near 20". My brother lives in southwest MO and there are some in the wooded part of his place. I have never seen the wood.
 
Uh, Oh, Sekair! You definitely don't want to turn Redbud. Really dangerous stuff! In fact, you should get a professional to dispose of it for you. Luckilly, I'm skilled in this so just box it up and send it to me. I'll take care of it for you. Won't even charge you.

Generously yours,
Dietrich
(heh, heh)
 
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