Hello Tom!
On 05 Jan 98, Tom Scioscia wrote to Rich Lockyer:
 RL>> Technically, African mahogany.  It differs from traditional mahogany
 RL>> in that it is highly toxic.
 TS>        What do you mean by highly toxic?
I wasn't aware of it, but Duncan said that when they're working it at the 
shop they do it outside wearing a respirator.  Many woods, including oak, 
contain oils that are not good for you.  I destroyed what there was of my 
lawn (big loss, 10' x 10') routing the oak for my 4x10, and did get headaches 
after working it.  At the time, I thought it was just the dust irritating my 
sinuses.
C-ya! Rich
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