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A AlohaStation Tiki Socialite So FL Joined: Sep 27, 2004 Posts: 2434	A AlohaStation Posted posted on Wed, Jan 14, 2009 8:33 AM Don't forget the hardwoods. Mahogany, camphor, rosewood, mango, avacado... just to name a few (Benz can rattle off a few more, I'm sure). Florida compared to SCal is naturally lush. Most of the wood that you get cut is full of water and needs to be dried/cured. Palm can be carved fresh but as it dries the wood may split or even rot. Wood rot in FL Palms is common because of the amount of water that gets trapped in the wood. I have cut dead palms, let them stand and watched puddles form when the water begins to drain. Sabal palm will be the most plentiful where you are moving. Be prepared to sweat and remember to stay hydrated.

Don't forget the hardwoods. Mahogany, camphor, rosewood, mango, avacado... just to name a few (Benz can rattle off a few more, I'm sure).

Florida compared to SCal is naturally lush. Most of the wood that you get cut is full of water and needs to be dried/cured. Palm can be carved fresh but as it dries the wood may split or even rot. Wood rot in FL Palms is common because of the amount of water that gets trapped in the wood. I have cut dead palms, let them stand and watched puddles form when the water begins to drain. Sabal palm will be the most plentiful where you are moving. Be prepared to sweat and remember to stay hydrated.

Post #428676 by AlohaStation on Wed, Jan 14, 2009 8:33 AM