When I was planning this instrument, I enjoyed the contrast between the three different woods. But during the sanding process, I felt that it would be better with some stain to tie it all together. I like to sand back and rub a stain like this so that it has some variation to the sheen, especially around the edges. The body is Honduras Mahogany scraps from a boat builder. The neck is Alaskan Yellow Cedar from a flute maker. The rest is some local Walnut. It is off to our Scout email list. Want to get in line? Email us, info@thebeansprout.com.