{"product_id":"purple-heart-thin-3-8-4-19","title":"Purple Heart Thin Board | 3\/8\" × 4\" × 19\"","description":"\u003cp\u003eA single purpleheart thin board, precision-dimensioned for detail work and smaller-scale projects. Purpleheart is one of nature’s most dramatic hardwoods - freshly milled surfaces reveal a vivid violet-purple that deepens to a rich eggplant-brown with UV exposure. Dense, strong, and surprisingly workable, it’s a species that earns its place in any maker’s shop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\/8\" thick × 4\" wide × 19\" long\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/strong\u003e Purpleheart (\u003cem\u003ePeltogyne spp.\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Central \u0026amp; South America\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold as:\u003c\/strong\u003e Individual piece - exact color intensity and figure will vary\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWood Characteristics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStriking violet-purple color when freshly cut; transitions to deep brownish-purple over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStraight to slightly wavy grain with a fine, uniform texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVery hard and dense - excellent durability and resistance to wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks well with sharp tools; can cause dulling on carbide — keep edges sharp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinishes beautifully; UV-protective topcoats help preserve the purple tone longer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePopular Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnife \u0026amp; Tool Handles\u003c\/strong\u003e - Purpleheart’s hardness and bold color make it a premier handle material - functional, durable, and visually unforgettable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmall Boxes \u0026amp; Jewelry Cases\u003c\/strong\u003e - The vivid grain elevates box sides and lid panels; pairs exceptionally well with lighter woods like maple or walnut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInlay \u0026amp; Accent Strips\u003c\/strong\u003e - A go-to for cutting board stripes, furniture inlay banding, and decorative overlays where a bold color pop is the goal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEach piece is one-of-a-kind. Color intensity, figure, and exact dimensions will vary. Apply a UV-protective finish to slow color transition and preserve the purple tone.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Odd Wood Lumber","offers":[{"title":"Retail","offer_id":53074268782873,"sku":"OW-PH-38-4-19","price":21.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0961\/5710\/6457\/files\/PURPLEHEART-2.jpg?v=1787940445","url":"https:\/\/shop.oddwoodlumber.com\/products\/purple-heart-thin-3-8-4-19","provider":"Odd Wood Lumber","version":"1.0","type":"link"}