3m Solid Rata Slab – Natural NZ Beauty RRP: $2,000+ | Clearance Offer

Stunning solid Rata slab, milled under MPI approval in New Plymouth about 10 years ago. Air-dried for a decade and top-sanded to showcase its rich reddish-purple grain — a truly rare piece of New Zealand hardwood.

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Specifications: *?Length: 325cm *?Width: 60cm to 30cm (natural live edge) *?Thickness: 7cm *?Weight: approx. 100kg *?Optional Kiln Drying: Add $150 to bring moisture content to 12–14%

About Rata Wood: *?Among New Zealand’s rarest and densest native hardwoods *?Northern Rata: ~880 kg/m³ | Southern Rata: up to 1140 kg/m³ *?Known for its: – Deep red hue and tight grain – Exceptional durability and density – Stunning visual impact for fine projects

Perfect For: *?Tabletops or benchtops *?High-end furniture builds *?Woodturning or carving *?Collectors of rare NZ timbers *?Outdoor furniture (with suitable treatment)

Pickup & Delivery: *?Pickup: Kumeu, Auckland *?Freight NZ-wide available: – North Island: $200–$300 – South Island: $250–$350 (Final cost depends on location)

Legal & Sourcing Info: All native timber is legally sourced under valid MPI milling statements or from MPI-licensed suppliers.