Yes I have used both stabilized wood and the laminated types like Spectraply. They all work fine and help with the moisture absorption problem. Both the stabilized wood and the laminates require a finish dip/soak for best performance. I just run them through a teak oil dip the same as regular wood. The only problem I have had is with the laminated material which will separate along the glue line if you don't get a good piece. A lot of the small pieces available are from the end or edges of the laminate sheet or rod and this type of blank is almost guaranteed to split at the glue line.