We are taking down a stand of Osage (hedgeapple) trees at the back of our property. My wife was looking at the logs and the color of the woood and commented that the yellowish color matched some set of dishes she uses when entertaining, and perhaps a set of small turned bowls for guests to carry around peanuts, etc. might be nice to have.
I told he that the wood may not be the same color after drying and turning, and I was not sure of its qualities that may lend itself to turning.
So, can anyone tell me about this wood - is it a good gandidate for turning ? If so, green or let it dry ? Also is there anything in the sap that would be toxic to people ?
Thanks for any and all replies.