Wenge Lumber

Wenge LumberWenge heartwood is medium brown, sometimes with a reddish or yellowish hue, with nearly black streaks. Upon application of a wood finish (particularly an oil finish) the wood can become nearly black. However, unlike most other dark hardwoods, the heartwood of wenge can lighten (rather than darken) when exposed to sunlight. Workability Wenge can be difficult to work with hand and machine tools. Blunts tool edges. Sands unevenly due to differences in

it's essential to use sharp tools and employ appropriate techniques due to its hardness

uneven texture

It showcases a straight to interlocked grain with a medium to coarse texture

Janka Hardness: 960 Lbf ( 4250N)

with a medium brown heart wood with black streaks through out

Workability:  Having interlocking grain can cause some tear outs

heavy construction

These pieces have been thermally altered to bring the vibrant purple to the surface and to hold the color for longer periods of time

220 lbf (14

White oak produces good results with hand and machine tools

Considered to be moderately difficult to work with due to its hardness

Janka- 3280 LBf (14590 Newton)