# Wood

> Wood adds warmth and lightness to rings, earrings and beads; it is carved, turned and sealed, and pairs well with metal and resin.

- Source: https://www.711grados.com/en/wood/
- Language: en
- Note: This entry was drafted with the help of AI and is pending review by the author.
- Published: 2026-07-06
- Updated: 2026-07-06
- Translation (es): https://www.711grados.com/es/madera/
- Author: Sandra Sánchez
- Site: 711 Grados (https://www.711grados.com/)

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Wood is one of the oldest and warmest materials in jewelry. It is light, comfortable and every piece has a unique grain. It is carved, turned, laminated and combined with metal, resin or stones to make rings, earrings, beads and pendants.

## Properties

- **Common species:** olive, walnut, cherry, maple, ebony, bamboo, sandalwood and hard tropical woods.
- **Weight:** very light; dense woods (ebony, rosewood) weigh more and polish better.
- **Look:** unique grain, color and texture in every piece.
- **Finish:** oil, wax, varnish or epoxy resin to seal and protect.
- **Sensitivity:** it swells and cracks with humidity and sudden temperature changes.

## Uses in jewelry

- Solid or inlaid wooden rings.
- Lightweight earrings and turned beads.
- Carved pendants and bangles.
- Combinations with resin, metal and cord.

## Pros and cons

### Advantages

- Very light and warm to the touch.
- Every piece is unique.
- Renewable when it comes from responsible forestry.

### Limitations

- It is sensitive to water and knocks.
- It can scratch and wear with daily use.
- Some tropical species are protected or hard to trace.

## Care and cleaning

- Avoid water, sweat and perfume.
- Clean with a dry or barely damp cloth.
- Refresh the finish with a few drops of oil or wax now and then.
- Keep it away from heat sources.

> [!NOTE]
> Some woods, such as certain rosewoods (Dalbergia), are protected under CITES. Choose wood of certified origin (for example FSC) or reclaimed wood.

## See also

- [Leather](https://www.711grados.com/en/leather/)
- [Seeds, tagua and nuts](https://www.711grados.com/en/seeds-and-tagua/)
- [Resin](https://www.711grados.com/en/resin/)