"Dave in Fairfax" wrote in message
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SNIP........
That can happen with any wood, but it seems to happen more with
the tropicals and the pretty locals. SNIP.......
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Dave,
I think the main culprits are the darker hardwoods like walnut, mesquite,
rosewoods, ebony, etc.. You seldom hear much about allergic reactions from
maple, birch, pine, fir, etc. Like you say, if it's pretty, you'd better
take precautions.

Ken Moon
Webberville, TX