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Exotic Wood Accents

A surefire way to increase the “Wow!” factor of a project is to use unusual woods that draw your attention. The grain pattern or a small feature like a knob or inlay can make all the difference. One easy way to do this is with a unique, exotic species of wood. While these woods can be expensive in large quantities, using a small piece as a focal point in your project means you won’t have to break the bank.

I want to take a look at a few of the exotic wood

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