Bring depth and elegance to your space with our 7/4 Single Live Edge (1LE) Black Walnut — kiln-dried, flattened, and sanded smooth to highlight the rich color and figure that make walnut the benchmark for fine woodworking. One edge stays natural and flowing, while the other is straight-lined for easy mounting and perfect fitment against a wall, bracket, or joinery.
What you’ll receive
Thickness: ~1.75" (7/4) kiln-dried furniture-grade Black Walnut
Edges: 1 live/natural edge + 1 straight edge (for clean joinery or mounting)
Lengths: 12", 18", 24", 30", 36", 42", 48", 54"
Width brackets: 3–4", 5–6", 7–8"
Prep: Flattened and planed faces, edges cleaned and stabilized (bark retained only where structurally sound)
Why choose this Walnut:
True American Black Walnut with rich chocolate heartwood and subtle sapwood contrast
Finely surfaced and stabilized—ready for sanding, oil, epoxy, or clear finish
Perfect balance of thickness and visual weight for floating shelves, mantels, or table runners
Each piece hand-selected for grain, figure, and stability—no low-grade lumber
Specs & tolerances:
Moisture: kiln-dried to 6–8%
Dimensional tolerance: ±1" width/length; ±1⁄16" thickness after surfacing
Character: light feathering, curl, and small filled checks possible; all structurally sound
Grain orientation and live-edge shape will vary naturally — that’s the art of real walnut
Finishing recommendations:
Oil-based finish (Osmo, Rubio, tung, etc.) brings out a deep amber glow and enhances figure
For a darker modern tone: pre-treat with walnut dye or oil-poly blend
Sand to 220-320 grit before applying finish for a buttery surface
Installation notes:
For floating shelves: use hidden brackets secured into studs; pre-drill near live edge
For benches or tables: attach using figure-8 fasteners or slotted screws to allow wood movement
Maintenance: occasional re-oil keeps depth and luster for decades
About our slabs
Each slab is individually milled, kiln-dried, surfaced, and hand-inspected by Black Sheep Wood Studio. No mass-produced panels or random cuts — only honest, premium Walnut that showcases natural edge character and artisan detail.
