African Ebony

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A moderately available exotic wood species prized for its unique characteristics and specialized applications.

Type
Exotic
Janka Hardness
2,885 lbf
Hard
Density
72.00 lb/ft³
(929.00 kg/m³)
Origin
Africa
Wavy Grain Medium Texture Rare High Cost

Appearance Characteristics

Color

Distinctive colored heartwood with unique characteristics

Grain Pattern

Wavy

Texture

Medium

Luster

High

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Ebony:

2,565 lbf Exotic

Black And White Ebony

2,158 lbf Exotic

Brown Ebony

2,850 lbf Exotic

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