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I would recommend beech. It is cheapish and relatively un-splintery
In fact:
https://www.toolsandtimber.co.uk/beech-dowels-config-1148?utm_source=google_shopping&m=configurable&gclid=Cj0KCQjw5s3cBRCAARIsAB8ZjU2EC-wRfsWaI-B55j85tD7xu6xcMrWhjyVP4B0v4E7mmmc-INs-OMQaAkUdEALw_wcBI’d suggest 45mm diameter, it comes in length up to 2.4.
Dugtheslug
Straightforward question for anyone in the know.
I want to build a simple barre bar, no great design constraints but wood and screw construction.
Literally, what wood is suitable? Budget of around £50 to suit 1-3 yr old. I was going to use a stair handrail but what am I choosing from? Looking at any timber merchant website gives about 20 options of different cuts and treatments.
So what is the splinter free, square, untreated wood called?
Thanks in advance