African Blackwood

A moderately available hardwood with good working properties, suitable for furniture and cabinetry applications.

Type
Hardwood
Janka Hardness
1,096 lbf
Soft
Density
49.00 lb/ft³
(497.00 kg/m³)
Origin
Africa
Interlocked Grain Coarse Texture Common Premium

Appearance Characteristics

Color

Dark brown to black heartwood

Grain Pattern

Interlocked

Texture

Coarse

Luster

Medium

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