OK im lookin for balsa wood but i dunno what im really lookin for and what it looks like so if some one can help me with this? mabye post an pic?? thanxx!!

balsa wood is very light and easy to shape. i don't have any pics but if you go to a hobby supply store or shop,they should have it,it is used in making radio control aircraft ,boats etc.
the stores usually have a good selection in alot of different thicknesses.
good luck kwp427 (kevin) :-) :-) :-)

ooowke thanx! that will do!! cheers!

One other thing you may want to look for is Bass Wood. It is similar to Balsa and usually found in the same places. It's easy to work with and is typically nicer because the grain is tighter and smaller. This gives it a nicer smoother finish when sanded. It does not absorbe as much paint/stain etc.
The draw back is - cost - its usually a bit more expensive.

Howdy penkala,

slodder is 100% correct. The only other thing I would add to that is (depending upon what you intend to use the balsa for) that basswood is generally used for sculpting or carving compound curves and shapes out of wood for master molds for example. You can do the same with balsa, but as slodder has already said, the grain is that much tighter, and is the better material for that purpose. If you're just using it for construction, either will suffice.

Tread.

Hey friends,

Thanx 4 helpin me out! it is really usefull! im goin 4 my hardware store 2morrow...and maybe try my modelshop..thanx!