Walnut bottle stopper blank 1-1/2 x 1-1/2 x 2-1/2 - product of Canada

Walnut bottle stopper blank – 1-1/2" square, product of Canada ♦ Beginner-friendly

Walnut is a popular North American hardwood prized for its rich chocolate-brown colour, attractive grain and excellent workability. Native to eastern North America, walnut is a favourite among woodturners for its natural beauty and ease of finishing.

Walnut typically ranges from medium to dark chocolate brown, sometimes with lighter brown, grey or subtle purplish tones. It has a medium texture and a generally straight grain, although occasional waves and swirls can add character. Walnut turns smoothly with sharp tools and sands easily, making it an excellent choice for beginners and experienced woodturners alike.

What are the dimensions of this blank?

Each walnut bottle stopper blank measures approximately 1-1/2" square × 2-1/2" long (38 × 38 × 64 mm). The blank is sized for turning a custom bottle stopper and provides enough material to create a variety of shapes, from simple rounded designs to more decorative profiles. As walnut is a natural wood, each blank will vary slightly in colour and grain from the image shown.

What can I make with this blank?

This blank is ideal for turning a custom bottle stopper to pair with one of our stainless steel bottle stopper kits or pair with a shaving knot to make a shaving set. You can also cut this block into ring blanks. 

How should I finish walnut?

Walnut is one of the easier hardwoods to finish, making it particularly well suited to small turning projects. For best results, use sharp turning tools to achieve a smooth surface, then sand progressively through finer grits to remove tool marks and scratches. A clear finish will enhance walnut's natural chocolate-brown colour and bring out the depth of its grain. Friction polish, lacquer or a suitable woodturning finish can all produce attractive results.

Oil-based finishes generally deepen walnut's colour and give it a warmer appearance, while clear water-based finishes tend to preserve more of its natural tones.

Two fun facts about walnut:

• Black walnut trees produce a natural compound called juglone, which can inhibit the growth of certain nearby plants. This effect, known as allelopathy, is one reason some plants struggle to grow close to walnut trees.

• Walnut has been a favourite of North American furniture makers for centuries. Its combination of strength, stability and workability made it particularly popular for fine furniture, cabinetry and decorative woodwork. Those same qualities make it an excellent choice for small woodturning projects.

Price per blank in Canadian dollars.