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 Post subject: Obsidian Ebony
PostPosted: Sun Jan 14, 2024 6:15 pm 
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Hi folks,

Anyone have experience with this ebony alternative?

https://thermalwoodcanada.com/products- ... ian-ebony/

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 Post subject: Re: Obsidian Ebony
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 Post subject: Re: Obsidian Ebony
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Resurfacing this…

I am considering trying it but the thermally modified aspect makes me nervous as a bridge. I recall some folks giving special attention to bracing material & soundboards that had been torrefied. Seems like a bad recipe for a bridge?

I’ll probably order some for testing but would also like to back that up with some real world experiences.


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 Post subject: Re: Obsidian Ebony
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Blacker than ebony? Seems a bit hyperbolic.

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Nigel Tufnel: How much more black could this be? And the answer is none. None more black. :D
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 Post subject: Re: Obsidian Ebony
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I would worry a lot less about the effects of thermal treatment on maple than spruce. Seems you could buy a small amount and judge for yourself…
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Looks like that’s worth a phone call for more details.

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Looks like this version is infused with resin: https://rctonewoods.com/RCT_Store/obsidian-ebony-c-174/
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