Woodturning at Strahan Timber – Everything You Need for Your Next Turning Project

Discover Our Extensive Range of Woodturning Timbers, Lathes, Tools & Accessories

Woodturning is a rewarding craft that transforms natural timber into beautiful, functional and decorative pieces. Whether you're creating your first wooden bowl, turning a handcrafted pen or producing a detailed decorative piece, having the right timber, tools and equipment makes all the difference.

At Strahan Timber, we supply a wide selection of woodturning products for beginners, hobbyists, schools, woodworking clubs and professional woodturners.

From quality hardwood bowl blanks and specialist pen blanks to Record Power lathes, turning chisels, chucks and finishing products, we have a range of materials and equipment to help bring your woodworking ideas to life.

Hardwood Bowl Blanks – Round & Square

Our hardwood bowl blanks are a popular choice among woodturners looking to create bowls, platters, decorative dishes and other turned pieces.

We offer both round and square blanks in a selection of beautiful hardwood species, each with its own distinctive colour, grain and character.

Our hardwood bowl blank range includes:

• Ash – A strong, pale hardwood with an attractive grain.

• White Oak – A traditional hardwood with distinctive grain patterns.

• Walnut – Rich, dark tones, ideal for decorative and premium pieces.

• Cherry – A warm-coloured hardwood that finishes beautifully.

• Maple – A pale, fine-grained timber suitable for detailed turning.

• Sapele – An attractive reddish-brown hardwood.

• Iroko – A golden-brown hardwood with distinctive character.

• Steamed Beech – A smooth, even-grained hardwood ideal for turning.

• Poplar – A lightweight, easy-to-work hardwood, particularly suitable for beginners.

We also offer selected specialist and native hardwoods, including Sycamore and Spalted Beech, subject to availability.

Bowl Blank Sizes

Our round bowl blanks are available in selected combinations of:

Diameters: 150mm and 200mm

Thicknesses: 25mm, 50mm and 75mm

Our square blanks include sizes such as:

• 150mm × 150mm × 50mm

• 175mm × 175mm × 50mm

• 200mm × 200mm × 50mm in selected species

These convenient sizes make it easier to select the right blank for your project.

Whether you're making a small decorative bowl or a larger statement piece, our hardwood blanks offer plenty of creative possibilities.

Pen Blanks – Create Unique Handcrafted Pens

Pen turning is one of the most popular ways to get started in woodturning.

At Strahan Timber, we offer an extensive range of timber and acrylic pen blanks suitable for producing attractive, personalised pens.

Our selection includes traditional hardwoods, exotic timbers and specialist decorative materials.

Selected pen blank species include:

• Bog Oak

• Spalted Beech

• African Blackwood

• Indian Rosewood

• Olive Wood

• Purpleheart

• Zebrano

• Wenge

• Ebony Macassar

• Lignum Vitae

• Indian Laurel

We also offer assorted mixed timber pen blanks, ideal for woodturners who want to experiment with different colours and grain patterns.

Pen Blank Sizes & Packs

Our mixed timber pen blanks are available in convenient dimensions of approximately:

165mm × 20mm × 20mm

Selected packs include quantities of 10 and 50 blanks, along with specialist packs of five in individual timber species.

Acrylic pen blanks are also available for customers looking to create colourful, modern pen designs.

Pen Inserts & Pen-Making Accessories

Complete your handcrafted pen with our selection of pen inserts and components.

Our range includes chrome twist pen inserts and other selected pen-making fittings.

These components are ideal for woodturners looking to create attractive writing instruments for personal use, gifts, craft fairs or small business sales.

Handcrafted wooden pens also make excellent birthday, retirement, graduation and corporate gifts.

Lamp Blanks & Lamp Stems

Looking for something different to turn?

Our hardwood lamp blanks and stems provide an excellent starting point for creating decorative wooden lamps, table lamp bases and other turned pieces.

Selected timber species include:

• Walnut

• White Oak

• Ash

• Sapele

• Iroko

• Sycamore

• Spalted Beech

• Flamed Beech

We also offer multi-species lamp stems, combining contrasting timber colours and grain patterns to create eye-catching decorative results.

Each timber blank has its own natural characteristics, making every finished project unique.

Record Power Woodturning Lathes

A reliable lathe is at the heart of any woodturning workshop.

Strahan Timber supplies a selection of Record Power woodturning lathes suitable for different levels of experience and workshop requirements.

Our range includes selected models such as:

Record Power DML250 – A compact lathe suitable for smaller turning projects, including pens, ornaments and spindle work.

Record Power DML320 – A versatile lathe offering additional capacity for a wider range of turning projects.

Record Power Coronet Regent – A substantial lathe designed for more demanding woodturning work and larger projects.

Record Power Coronet Herald and other selected models may also be available through our range or by special order.

Whether you're setting up a home workshop or upgrading your existing equipment, our team can help you explore the available options.

Woodturning Chisels & Turning Tools

Quality turning tools are essential for producing clean cuts, accurate shapes and a professional finish.

We supply a selection of woodturning chisels and tool sets suitable for both spindle turning and bowl turning.

Our range includes:

• Spindle gouges

• Bowl gouges

• Parting tools

• Skew chisels

• Scrapers

• Spindle turning tool sets

• Bowl turning tool sets

These tools are designed for different turning techniques, allowing woodturners to create everything from delicate spindle details to larger bowls and hollow forms.

We also supply selected Crown turning tools and other specialist woodworking equipment.

Woodturning Chucks & Accessories

A good woodturning chuck is an important addition to your workshop, providing a secure method of holding timber during turning.

Strahan Timber offers selected Record Power chucks and accessories, including:

Record Power SC3 Chuck – A versatile chuck suitable for a range of turning applications.

Record Power SC4 Victory Chuck – A larger chuck designed for a wide variety of woodturning projects.

We also offer selected faceplates and other lathe accessories to help you get the most from your equipment.

Always ensure your chuck, jaws and accessories are compatible with your lathe and the project being undertaken.

Sharpening Equipment – Keep Your Tools Performing at Their Best

Sharp tools are essential for safe, controlled and accurate woodturning.

At Strahan Timber, we offer sharpening equipment and accessories to help maintain your turning chisels and other woodworking tools.

Our range includes selected Tormek and Record Power sharpening systems, grinding equipment and related accessories.

Keeping your tools properly sharpened can help improve cutting performance, reduce tear-out and achieve a smoother finish on your projects.

We also offer a tool-sharpening service for selected woodworking tools.

Wood Finishes, Waxes & Adhesives

The finishing stage is where the natural beauty of timber really comes to life.

Strahan Timber supplies a selection of finishing products suitable for many woodworking and woodturning applications.

Our range includes:

• Chestnut woodturning finishes and waxes

• Woodwax and polishing products

• Briwax

• Wood oils and selected lacquers

• Titebond wood glues

• PVA adhesives

Whether you prefer a natural matt appearance or a polished decorative finish, choosing the correct finishing product can help enhance the grain and colour of your timber.

Always select a finish suitable for the intended use of the completed item, particularly when making products that may come into contact with food.

Woodturning Projects for Beginners & Experienced Turners

Woodturning offers endless creative possibilities, from simple projects to intricate decorative pieces.

If you're looking for inspiration, why not try:

For beginners: Wooden pens, small candleholders, simple spindle projects and decorative ornaments.

For intermediate woodturners: Hardwood bowls, platters, small boxes, clock surrounds and lamp bases.

For experienced woodturners: Large decorative bowls, hollow forms, multi-species laminated pieces and intricate spindle work.

Our range of hardwood blanks, lathes and turning accessories provides plenty of options for your next project.

Why Choose Strahan Timber for Woodturning Supplies?

At Strahan Timber, we understand that every woodturning project starts with the right materials.

We aim to provide woodturners with a convenient selection of quality timber, tools and accessories, whether you're working on a small hobby project or producing professional pieces.

With our extensive hardwood range, woodturning blanks, Record Power equipment, chisels and finishing products, you can source many of your workshop requirements from one supplier.

We also supply schools, training centres and woodworking clubs with materials and equipment for practical woodworking activities.

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Turn Your Ideas into Something Special with Strahan Timber!

From your first wooden pen to a beautifully finished hardwood bowl, discover the materials, tools and equipment to help make your next woodturning project a success.

Browse our range of woodturning products online or contact our team if you need assistance selecting the right timber or equipment.

Visit Us: Strahan Timber, Rathcoole, Co. Dublin, D24 X371

Telephone: 01 401 9100

Email: sales@strahan.ie

Please note: Product ranges, sizes and availability may vary. Some machinery and specialist equipment may be available to order. Delivery restrictions may apply to larger items.

Strahan Timber – Supplying Quality Timber, Woodturning Tools & Workshop Equipment for Every Project.