What is the most common type of wood used in jewelry making?

Answer 1

I recommend a strong and durable wood depending on use, if it is a tool box you carry from job to job, or a bench top/roll-a-round. Oak and or Ash is a good choice, keep in mind that its not so much the type of wood, but what kind of joints, I suggest box joints or dovetail. With these type of joints and the glues we have today most any wood will do, you can even make it out of manufactured wood, (MDF, Particle Board, Plywood, etc.)

I have made several out of the latter and they show no signs of wear, (I used butt joints with biscuits and Titebond III glue)

Answer 2

my great uncle made really neat boxes out of ceadar. they were not of the aemoir style though just a simple 3x5x3 box with a lid and it has 1/2" x 1/2" legs

Answer 3

The most common exotic woods used for jewelry making are ebony, koa, purpleheart, zebrawood, zircote, wenge, pau amarello, reheart, rosewood, tulipwood and lacewood.

Answer 4

Maple or walnut wood are good, the wood will not split and they are both pretty with finish on them,

Answer 5

The best and most durable wood for a jewelry box would be mahogany.