With a hardness rating double that of Hard Maple, Purpleheart is one of the hardest woods in the world. It turns smoothly, is easy to glue, takes finishes well providing a lifetime of durability with an exotic flair. Purpleheart is prized as one of the most exotic woods in the world. It is used in door construction, furniture and cabinets, turnery, carving, paneling, interior trim, decorative veneer and musical instruments, and more. It is one of the most useful hardwoods in Central America.
Laurel is a strong yet lightweight lumber that's very easy to work, turn, carve and glue.
Its used in door construction, furniture and cabinetry, musical instruments, sculpture, joinery, decorative veneer, paneling, interior trim, and turnery. Laurel finishes well with an appealing grain pattern and high durability.