{"title":"Balsa Wood","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"balsa-wood","title":"Balsa Wood","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBalsa Wood is the go-to choice for model building!\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lightweight yet sturdy wood is great for model airplanes, fishing lures, \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/woodvault.com\/collections\/carving-wood\" title=\"carving\"\u003ecarving\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/woodvault.com\/pages\/tonewood\" title=\"wood for musical instruments\"\u003emusical instruments\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, and more. It is the lightest and softest of all commercial woods. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose from 4 different sizes of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/woodvault.com\/pages\/balsa\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBalsa wood\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1-1\/2\" x 1-1\/2\" x 35-1\/2\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1-1\/2\" x 2\" x 35-1\/2\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2\" x 2-3\/8\" x 35-1\/2\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2\" x 3-1\/8\" x 35-1\/2\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note that dimensions may vary +\/- 1\/4\".\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough these boards have been skipped dress to show colour and grain, they will still \u003cstrong\u003erequire some TLC and additional milling\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for something thinner? Check out our \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/woodvault.com\/products\/balsa-thin\" title=\"Balsa Thin\"\u003eBalsa Thins.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eColour and Workability\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eColour and Workability\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDue to its fine grain, you'll find that Balsa wood takes sanding smoothly and holds paint well. This wood has a coarse texture and light, creamy colour that will provide a versatile base for any of your carving needs. Due to the incredible texture and density of Balsa wood, it can be prone to dents and marks if not handled with care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRecommended Finish\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDone carving and ready to finish? Our \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/woodvault.com\/products\/livosnaturaloilsealer-kunos244\" title=\"Livos Natural Oil Finish\"\u003eLivos Natural Oil Finish\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e works wonders for brushing on, or dipping more intricate pieces when ensuring complete coverage for all nooks and crannies. This finish can be applied in multiple coats without sanding your delicate carving, and provides exceptional shine and protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’re carving something for use with food - such as a spoon or other utensil - we recommend our all-natural \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/woodvault.com\/products\/honey-bees-natural-wood-cream-8-oz\" title=\"Honey Bee’s Natural Wood Cream\"\u003eHoney Bee’s Natural Wood Cream\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KJP Select Hardwoods","offers":[{"title":"1-1\/2\" X 2\" \/ 35-1\/2\"","offer_id":39478858580037,"sku":"BALSA-64LUM-2X3512","price":16.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2\" x 2-3\/8\" \/ 35-1\/2\"","offer_id":39478858612805,"sku":"BALSA-84LUM-238X3512","price":22.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0011\/8600\/5039\/products\/balsa-wood.jpg?v=1630802681"},{"product_id":"balsa-thin","title":"Balsa Thin","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBalsa Wood is the lightest and softest of all commercial woods!\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreat for model airplanes, fishing lures, \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/woodvault.com\/collections\/carving-wood\" title=\"carving\"\u003ecarving\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/woodvault.com\/pages\/tonewood\" title=\"musical instruments\"\u003emusical instruments\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese balsa thins sets are resawn from the same piece so the colour and density will match. We will provide you with 5 pieces of high quality thin Balsa wood. These boards are flat, straight, and ready for sanding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose from:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/4\" x 2-3\/8\" x 17-3\/4\" (set of 5 pieces)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/4\" x 2-3\/8\" x 35-1\/2\" (set of 5 pieces)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey will require sanding and are coming directly from the bandsaw. Because Balsa is so light you should not have any problems getting them sanded to your liking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for something thicker? Check out our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/woodvault.com\/products\/balsa-wood\" title=\"Balsa Wood\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBalsa Wood for additional options.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eIn order to offer more protective packing for shipping - our lengths are often 1\/4\" less than sizes listed. Need a wider width or longer length? Please email us for a quote. Custom millwork charges will apply.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eColour and Workability\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eColour and Workability\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDue to its fine grain, you'll find that Balsa wood takes sanding smoothly and holds paint well. This wood has a coarse texture and light, creamy colour that will provide a versatile base for any of your carving needs. Due to the incredible texture and density of Balsa wood, it can be prone to dents and marks if not handled with care.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KJP Select Hardwoods","offers":[{"title":"1\/4\" x 2-3\/8\" ( Set of 5 ) \/ 17-3\/4\"","offer_id":40983739826245,"sku":"BALSA-THIN-238X1734-SET5","price":21.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/4\" x 2-3\/8\" ( Set of 5 ) \/ 35-1\/2\"","offer_id":40983739859013,"sku":"BALSA-THIN-238X3512-SET5","price":33.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0011\/8600\/5039\/files\/balsa-wood-thins-for-sale.png?v=1706810030"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0011\/8600\/5039\/collections\/balsa.png?v=1552698359","url":"https:\/\/www.woodvault.com\/collections\/balsa.oembed","provider":"KJP Select Hardwoods","version":"1.0","type":"link"}