Appearance:Black Limba has a striking contrast of dark brown to black streaks on a light background, featuring a variegated, wavy pattern naturally and uniquely.
Workability:Black Limba is generally easy to work with, machines well, and takes a smooth finish, with some risk of tear-out due to its grain pattern.
Use:Used for furniture, cabinetry, woodturning, and decorative items, valued for its unique figure and aesthetic appeal always.
Working with Black Limba
Advantages:Offers exceptional aesthetic appeal, stability, and durability, making it ideal for projects requiring visual impact and long-lasting performance.
Disadvantages:Can be expensive, and availability may be limited in certain regions or markets, affecting project planning and timelines sometimes.
Available Thickness and Widths of Black Limba Lumber Choose from 4/4 or 8/4 thicknesses, 5–7” widths, and lengths of 2 or 4 feet.
Looking for something unique? We also carry live edge slabs in black walnut. Custom lengths and surfacing options are available on request.
Limba's vibrant spectrum ranges from light yellow to golden brown, with striking grey to black streaks known as Black Limba. The lighter hues are often called White Limba. Over time,...
4/4 Black Limba Lumber – 5-Pack | Kiln-Dried Exotic Hardwood | S2S Black Limba is one of the more visually dramatic exotic hardwoods available — its heartwood ranges from light...
Limba's vibrant spectrum ranges from light yellow to golden brown, with striking grey to black streaks known as black limba. The lighter hues are often called white limba. Over time,...
8/4 Black Limba Lumber – 5-Pack | Kiln-Dried Exotic Hardwood | S2S Black Limba is one of West Africa's most visually compelling exotic hardwoods — its pale golden-tan heartwood dramatically...
Black Limba Bowl Blanks – Kiln-Dried, Lightweight, and Wildly Charactered Black Limba offers a striking blend of pale golden sapwood streaked with bold black and brown veining—making every turning piece...
Black Limba is known for its striking appearance, with heartwood that ranges from light to dark brown, often featuring dark streaks that create a dramatic contrast. The grain is typically...
Black Limba is known for its striking appearance, with heartwood that ranges from light to dark brown, often featuring dark streaks that create a dramatic contrast. The grain is typically...
We offer a diverse range of exotic and domestic wood species, each kiln-dried and precision-cut to ensure the highest quality for your woodworking projects. SIZES AVAILABLE: 24" long by 1"3/4...
Black Limba Pen Blanks – Exotic Character with Striking Contrast Turn something truly unique with Black Limba Pen Blanks, prized for their dramatic figure and natural contrast. Native to West Africa,...
Premium S4S Black Limba Black Limba is a visually striking hardwood known for its creamy golden base colour accented by bold dark streaks and dramatic figure. Sometimes referred to as...
Premium 8/4 S4S Black Limba – 5 Pack Bring bold contrast and natural character to your next woodworking project with Black Limba, an African hardwood known for its creamy golden...
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Common Questions and Facts on Black Limba
Dimensional lumber refers to lumber that is cut and sold in standardized sizes, such as 2x4s, 2x6s, etc. It's commonly used in construction and woodworking projects for framing, building, and other structural applications. The dimensions are usually nominal, meaning the actual size is slightly smaller due to planing and smoothing.
The sizes refer to the thickness:
4/4 (four-quarter) is approximately 1 inch (2.54 cm) thick
8/4 (eight-quarter) is approximately 2 inches (5.08 cm) thick
The "quarter" system is a traditional way to measure lumber thickness, where 1/4 represents 1/4 inch of thickness.
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