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Black Limba

  • 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.
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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 4/4 (1") boards 4–6" wide or 8/4 (2") boards 4–6" or 6–8" wide, in 24" or 48" lengths, surfaced two sides (S2S) or four sides (S4S). Custom lengths and surfacing are available on request.

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Figured Black Limba 4/4, A Wooden board with the grain and with 'The Knotty Lumber Co.' logo on a light grey background
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Black Limba 4/4

$13.10
A lumber pack of Black Limba wood, showing the wood grain and some dark streaks, branded by The Knotty Lumber Co.

Black Limba 4/4 - 5 Pack

$99.99$114.99
Black Limba 8/4
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Black Limba 8/4

$28.70
Black Limba 8/4 - 5 Pack
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Black Limba 8/4 - 5 Pack

$219.99
Black Limba Bowl Blanks
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Black Limba Bowl Blanks

$17.00
Black Limba Thins (24"x4"x1/4")

Black Limba Thins (24"x4"x1/4")

$28.00$39.00
Black Limba Coaster Blanks

Black Limba Coaster Blanks

$124.99
Black Limba Cutting Board Strips
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Black Limba Cutting Board Strips

$2.85
Black Limba Pen Blanks - 5 Pack

Black Limba Pen Blanks - 5 Pack

$13.99$19.99
A lumber pack of Black Limba wood, showing the wood grain and some dark streaks, branded by The Knotty Lumber Co.
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S4S Black Limba 4/4 - 5 Pack

$119.99
S4S Black Limba 8/4 - 5 Pack
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S4S Black Limba 8/4 - 5 Pack

$214.99

Common Questions and Facts on Black Limba

Black Limba: Colour, Grain and Woodworking Applications

Shopping from Canada? This Black Limba collection is available for shipping across Canada.

Black Limba is a distinctive figured hardwood with dark streaking set against a lighter golden or tan background. The contrast can be subtle on one board and dramatic on the next, making it especially appealing for visual projects.

How Black Limba Looks

The darker streaks are a key feature of Black Limba. When planning a cabinet door, box lid or decorative panel, lay the boards out before cutting so the strongest figure is placed where it will be seen. A consistent appearance should not be assumed across a pack.

What Can You Make With Black Limba?

Black Limba is a practical option for boxes, small furniture, accent panels, turned pieces and decorative woodworking. Its patterned surface rewards simple shapes that give the figure room to stand out.

  • Decorative boxes and lids
  • Small furniture and cabinet accents
  • Turned bowls and display pieces
  • Contrast panels and detail stock

Machining and Preparing Black Limba

Black Limba generally machines reasonably well, although changing grain direction can lead to tear-out. Use sharp cutters, light finishing passes and sufficient backing at edges. Sand gradually rather than trying to remove a deep machining mark in one step.

Finishing Black Limba

A clear finish can emphasize the dark-to-light figure. Make a small finish sample before working on the whole project, since darker streaks and lighter areas may appear more contrasted after coating. Keep related boards together when matching a surface.

Choosing Black Limba Stock for a Project

The Canadian collection includes 4/4 and 8/4 lumber and prepared five-packs, as well as smaller blanks in select formats. Check the exact product listing for size, surfacing and available variants; choose boards based on the finished part and the figure you want to display.

When comparing boards and packs, check each product's listed thickness, actual dimensions and preparation. Plan the finished cut list before ordering, and leave a sensible allowance for trimming, surfacing and grain matching. Product photographs illustrate the character of the species; natural grain and colour vary between individual boards.

Shop Black Limba Lumber in Canada

Explore Canadian listings: Black Limba 4/4 - 5 Pack; Black Limba 8/4 - 5 Pack. Check each item's dimensions and present availability.

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