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J. · 13 June 2025

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5.0 out of 5 stars Great for Laser Cutting – Burns Clean and Smooth

C. · 11 May 2025

I got these wood carving blocks specifically for laser cutting, and they have worked brilliantly! The quality of the pine wood is impressive – it’s smooth, well-finished, and doesn’t have any rough edges or splinters. The uniform texture makes it really easy to work with, and the blocks burn well when cut with the laser, producing clean lines without too much charring.The size of the blocks is just right for my projects (4.65x0.3x0.9 inches), and having 42 pieces in the set is great value. They hold up well during both cutting and engraving, and I haven’t noticed any warping or splitting, which is always a concern with some other wooden blocks I’ve tried.I can see these being really useful for traditional wood carving and DIY crafts too, as they are easy to shape and sand. They are versatile enough for painting, staining, or leaving natural, depending on the project. I’ve used a few to create small decorative plaques, and they turned out fantastic.If you’re into laser cutting, carving, or just need some quality wooden blocks for crafting, I highly recommend these. They’re durable, consistent, and perfect for creative projects!

3.0 out of 5 stars These are not basswood; they are pine.

C.R. · 7 March 2025

I chose to review these because the title said these were basswood. These are not basswood; they are pine, two very different types of wood. Pine is a softwood, but it is not overly suitable for carving. Basswood, on the other hand, is ideal for carving because it is a very soft wood without any knots or imperfections. The pieces are smooth and straight and are good quality, but they are not suitable for my purpose.