Spalted Beechnut Wood Turning Pen Blanks | Wood Pen Blanks 5 Pack | 3/4 Small mill sourced - Salvage and sustainable harvested woods Beech is typically a pale cream color, sometimes with a pink or brown hue. Grain is straight, with a fine to medium uniform texture. Moderate natural luster. Common to the Eastern United States Wood and sawdust of Beechnut wood are known to cause irritation of the eyes, nose, skin and lungs, and may stimulate allergies and asthma - precautionary measures are advised... a good dust mask is essential.