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What is burl used for?
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Burl wood can be used in a number of different ways. The wood is sourced from growths on trees called burls and has an unusual pattern that differs from typical woodgrain. It is suitable for making solid and veneered furniture, gun socks, musical instruments and decorative accents for homes. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of burl wood furniture and decorative objects.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Rustic Continental Burl Root Mirror
Located in Queens, NY
Rustic Continental (late 19th century) burl root framed wall mirror.
Category
Antique 19th Century Unknown Rustic Wall Mirrors
Materials
Wood, Burl
Rustic Late 19th Century Continental Burl Root Mirror
Located in Queens, NY
Rustic Continental burl root framed mirror (late 19th Century).
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Rustic Wall Mirrors
Materials
Wood
Live Edge Burl Root Table on Steel Hairpin Legs
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1960's coffee table of a live edge burl root slice on three painted steel hairpin legs.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Steel
$1,500 Sale Price
47% Off
Large 18th Century Swedish Burl Root Bowl
Located in Basingstoke, Hampshire
An exceptional large 18th century primitive Swedish carved wooden burl root or knot bowl
Category
Antique 18th Century Swedish Serving Bowls
Materials
Wood
Travail Populaire Burl Root Wood Console, Italy 1960's
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Original one of a kind Travail Populaire Burl Root Wood Block Console. Made in Italy, 1960's period
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Other Console Tables
Materials
Wood, Olive
Mid-Brown Gorgeous Oval-Shaped Swedish Burl Root Wood Bowl
Located in Houston, TX
Mid-brown gorgeous Swedish oval-shaped burl root wood bowl dating to the 19th century. Hand-carved
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Primitive Decorative Bowls
Materials
Burl
