Wenge
| Sources: |
Central Africa
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| Other Names: |
Panga Panga
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| Characteristics: |
A dark brown wood with pale veins that also has a very coarse
texture and is very hard, heavy, & strong.
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| Milling: |
Plains exceptionally well.
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| Shaping: |
Keeping edges very sharp is important. There is always a
risk of tear out.
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| Finishing: |
Finishes can be inconsistent due to the permeability of the
veins.
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| Key Uses: |
Furniture, flooring, & accent pieces.
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| Highland Comments: |
This wood is typically available in all widths & thicknesses,
and is not is short supply.
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| Reference 1: |
Gibbs, N. (2005). The Real Wood Bible.
Buffalo, NY: Firefly Books. |
| Reference 2: |
Flynn, J.H. & Holder, C.D. (2001).
A Guide to Useful Woods of the World.
Madison, WI: Forest Products Society. |
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