Wood allergies?

[Deputydawg]

I've not worked with exotics--plenty of species in this state to work with.

I've discovered that Juniper (aka Cedar to most Texans) and ERC dust and shavings elicit a robust skin reaction on me. Kind of puzzling since I grew up in Central Texas where Juniper is rampant. It's ok, the Cedar smell is good for a little while--until I start sneezing, then it has to GO!
Black Walnut is handled with care, it does cause respiratory issues if I'm not careful.

That Cedar makes me cough and sneeze but thankfully nothing else.

 

[carbonleg]

The piece before this was walnut and oak, which I have not had issues with.

 

[RogerC]

I worked with Cocobolo for years & no problems until last time and broke out with a rash.

 

[vegas urban lumber]

This is the results of possibly buckeye burl. Has taken awhile to clear up. Now wearing vinyl gloves and work gloves and powered respirator when turning or sanding.

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possibly from the fungus in wet wood turning of buckeye?

 

[Wildthings]

That Cedar makes me cough and sneeze but thankfully nothing else.

Yeah it makes me drool real bad as does DIW.....wait wait most good would makes me drool! :drool: