[Blue Danube]

Anybody know of a US source for some Whangee "bamboo"?

Looking for diameters between 3/4" and 1 1/8" for some upcoming projects..

 

[NightKnight]

You can get it here:
http://www.franksupply.com/bamboo/bamboo-poles.html

They call it Wangi, but it looks to be the same stuff.

 

[Blue Danube]

Aaron, Thank You!!

 

[CAS14]

How about some examples of what can be done with this? What preparation keeps it from splintering? Are specific varieties recommended? What kind of finish is recommended? Would a sealer even penetrate bamboo?

 

[Blue Danube]

I am uncertain, but would imagine that it can be treated and sealed quite easily with a penetrating finish. It was and still is a very popular wood for canes and umbrella handles.

Let you know once it is in hand, and I have worked with it a bit.

 

[CAS14]

I am uncertain, but would imagine that it can be treated and sealed quite easily with a penetrating finish. It was and still is a very popular wood for canes and umbrella handles.

Let you know once it is in hand, and I have worked with it a bit.

Thanks, I think this is a great idea.