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Thin Wood For Laser Engraving or Cutting

Thin wood in 1/16", 1/8", 1/4", 3/8", 1/2" and 3/4" that works great for laser cutting or engraving. Try thin Alder, Basswood, Walnut, Cherry or Hard Maple. We also have lots of other hardwood species for you to try. Our "Project ready" thin wood is guaranteed flat and knot free, so it's ideal for laser cutting as well as scroll sawing. We have a wide variety of sizes to choose from. We can also cut custom sized sheets if you can't find the size you need here. Be sure to read this article on proper storage and care of hardwoods.

Laser Engraved Mahogany Wood Box
Detail of Laser Engraved Alder Wood

What is the best wood for laser engraving?

"Best wood" depends on your machine, how much power it has and the speed you at which are engraving/cutting. Most people who do laser cutting prefer a soft wood that doesn't have a lot of hard grain.
Look for light colored wood to contrast the dark laser etching marks. Alder is a favorite, and we carry thin Alder sheets in 1/16", 1/8", 3/16", 1/4", 3/8", 1/2", and 3/4" that are sure to please. Basswood also works great, along with Aspen, Poplar, Hard Maple, Cherry, and Walnut. Try some of our different hardwoods to see what works best you.

Laser Wood Starter Pack

Get started lasering wood with this handy starter pack of laser friendly hardwoods and plywood. Includes one piece of solid Alder, Basswood, Cherry, Hard Maple, Mahogany, and Walnut, each measuring 1/8" x 6" x 24", and two pieces of Baltic Birch Plywood measuring 1/8" x 12" x 20".

Laser Wood Starter Pack 1/8" $45.25ea.

Samples

Sample pack includes one sample of every hardwood species offered by Ocooch Hardwoods. Species are cut into 1/8 inch thick pieces and measure 3×5 inches. Each piece is labelled with species name. 29 pieces.

Sample Pack $19.99ea.

Baltic Birch Plywood


1/8" Baltic Birch Plywood 12"x12" $1.39ea.
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Alder


1/16" Alder 3" wide 24" long $2.65ea.
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Basswood


1/16" Basswood 4" wide 24" long $2.90ea.
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Beech


1/16" Beech 4" wide 24" long $2.95ea.
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Bolivian Rosewood


1/16" Bolivian Rosewood 3" wide 24" long $4.60ea.
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Butternut


1/16" Butternut 4" wide 24" long $4.30ea.
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Cherry


1/16" Cherry 4" wide 24" long $3.45ea.
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We are a small family owned and operated business, and each order is important to us. We're excited to serve you and will do our best to ensure your satisfaction. Every order is treated with care, and if you do have a problem we will make it right.

Curly Maple


1/16" Curly Maple 4" wide 24" long $3.75ea.
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Hard Maple


1/16" Hard Maple 4" wide 24" long $3.50ea.
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Mahogany


1/16" Mahogany 4" wide 24" long $4.50ea.
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Padauk


1/16" Padauk 4" wide 24" long $5.50ea.
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Purpleheart


1/16" Purpleheart 4" wide 24" long $6.05ea.
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Red Cedar

25% off!
1/16" Aromatic Red Cedar 3" wide 24" long $2.80$2.10ea.
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Walnut


1/16" Walnut 4" wide 24" long $4.15ea.
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Thin Seconds

Thin seconds varying in size from under 3/8" to 1/16" thick, 3" to 8" wide, and 8" to 24" long. Includes at least four domestic species. Twenty lbs quantity.

Thin Seconds | 20# Box $25.00$20.00ea.
(limit 2 per order)

Exotic Seconds

Exotic species varying in size from 1/16" to 1" thick, 3" to 8" wide and 8" to 24" long. Includes at least two exotic species. Ten lbs quantity.

Exotic Seconds | 10# Box $35.00$21.00ea.
(limit 1 per order)