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Plum Live Edge Slice – Figured Wood Cookie
This plum wood live edge slice (PB2601003) is suited to resin river layouts and sculptural applications where the undulating live-edge perimeter and borer galleries define the composition. Cut from an urban salvaged plum wo in Sunnyridge, Germiston, the specimen presents an asymmetrical form with a tapered wing-like extension and shifting grain flow.
Documented as specimen PB2601003, this plum burl live edge slice was cut on 19 January 2026 and field-seasoned prior to indoor storage.
The surface displays warm honey-gold tones typical of plum burl, with subtle amber transitions and fine borer beetle character trails that can be highlighted with resin.
Specimen Characteristics — PB2601003
This specimen (PB2601003) represents an irregular live-edge burl slice from the PB2601 harvest. The material is defined by its asymmetrical form and extended outer section, where grain flow transitions unevenly across the surface.
The variation in thickness and edge formation reflects how the burl developed around the outer structure of the tree, resulting in non-uniform geometry and distinct structural character.
Visual Character
Natural features include:
- Organic live-edge perimeter
- Honey-gold heartwood tones
- Natural borer beetle vein patterns
- Subtle burl grain movement
- Light milling tool marks
These are natural characteristics of the wood, not defects.
Physical Specifications
Length: 210 mm
Maximum Width: 160 mm
Thickness: 22 mm
Weight: 289 g
Moisture Content: 8–10%
Condition Report
Flat: Yes
Twist: None
Bow: None
Natural Hairline Cracks: Slight
Structural Cracks: None
Pith: Removed
Bark: Removed
Sapwood: Present
Live Edge Condition: Good
Surface Preparation: Bandsawn and sanded to 100 grit
Suggested Uses
This plum burl live edge slice is suited for:
- Epoxy river table accents
- Small charcuterie boards
- Decorative wall pieces
- Coffee table feature inserts
- Resin art and woodworking projects
Stabilisation may be required depending on final use.
Not recommended for structural applications.
Working With Plum Burl
Plum burl wood is valued for its dense structure, warm tonal range, and complex internal grain formation.
Due to its unpredictable grain orientation, burl wood is generally reserved for decorative or artistic applications. Learn more in the Plum wood species guide or explore the broader Prunus genus.
Timber Origin
Urban salvaged timber from Sunnyridge, Germiston, South Africa.
Recovered through urban tree management and milled locally.
Natural Material Notice
No two sections of timber are identical; grain pattern, density, and tone vary naturally.
All photographs show the exact item being sold.
Burl Provenance Certificate
BurlBlade Archive ID: PB2601
Piece Number: PB2601003
Origin: Sunnyridge, Germiston – South Africa
Species: Plum Wood (Prunus)
Cut Type: Transverse cross-section (trunk)
Moisture Content: 8–10%
One-off natural specimen.
This piece cannot be restocked once sold.
This specimen is part of the documented BurlBlade archive system.
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Related Specimens from PB2601
This specimen forms part of the PB2601 plum burl harvest.
PB2601001 – Burl cookie
PB2601005 – Live edge slice
PB2601008 – Fork slab
