Adding textures is a great way to experiment with giving 3D prints a different look, and [PandaN] shows off a method of adding a wood grain effect in a way that’s easy to play around with.

Burl wood is a rare and expensive wood, often only available in thin sheets of veneer. That's because it is derived from the knobbly outgrowths of tree trunks and branches – also known as burls.

Discover the extraordinary story of the largest suar tree trunk, valued as highly as gold, being sawed at a sawmill to create an exclusive dining table for a five-star hotel. This massive trunk is ...

giving us a closer look at the wood's grain, texture, and composition. As we cut through the layers, you’ll see how the tree’s density and natural resilience make it one of the most valuable ...

The veneer is carefully cut from the textured section of the tree ... the wood. Bentley says the resulting finish is wax-like and perfectly highlights the authentic, natural color and texture ...

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