{"product_id":"8-4-white-wenge","title":"White Wenge (Lati) 8\/4","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"265\" data-end=\"628\" class=\"\"\u003eBring something unique and elegant to your next woodworking project with White Wenge. This under-the-radar exotic hardwood is prized for its\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003elight golden-brown to pale cream tones, subtle ribboned grain, and impressive density—offering the strength and beauty of traditional Wenge in a much brighter, more versatile color palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"630\" data-end=\"814\" class=\"\"\u003ePerfect for contemporary furniture, custom cabinetry, accent walls, and high-end millwork, White Wenge offers a distinctive look that elevates any design with understated elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"816\" data-end=\"819\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"821\" data-end=\"1155\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"821\" data-end=\"849\"\u003eVisual \u0026amp; Workable Appeal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"849\" data-end=\"852\"\u003e✅\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"854\" data-end=\"871\"\u003eColor \u0026amp; Grain\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– Creamy white heartwood with a fine-to-medium texture and interlocked grain\u003cbr data-start=\"960\" data-end=\"963\"\u003e✅\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"965\" data-end=\"980\"\u003eWorkability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– Machines well with sharp tools, finishes smooth, and glues reliably\u003cbr data-start=\"1050\" data-end=\"1053\"\u003e✅\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1055\" data-end=\"1076\"\u003eStyle Versatility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– Light tone works beautifully in modern designs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1157\" data-end=\"1160\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1162\" data-end=\"1188\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1162\" data-end=\"1188\"\u003eSpecial Considerations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1190\" data-end=\"1370\" class=\"\"\u003e🔧\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1193\" data-end=\"1213\"\u003eWorkability Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e: While denser than domestic species, White Wenge responds well to carbide-tipped blades and sharp hand tools. Pre-drilling is recommended for clean joinery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1372\" data-end=\"1557\" class=\"\"\u003e🌱\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1375\" data-end=\"1398\"\u003eSustainably Sourced\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ethically harvested from West and Central Africa, Lati offers a more sustainable alternative to darker exotic hardwoods with similar density and performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1559\" data-end=\"1765\" class=\"\"\u003e📚\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1562\" data-end=\"1582\"\u003eMaterial Insight\u003c\/strong\u003e: Though commonly referred to as \"White Wenge,\" this species—Lati—is not botanically related to traditional Wenge. However, it offers a comparable level of hardness and stability at a significantly lower price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1767\" data-end=\"1770\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1772\" data-end=\"1794\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1772\" data-end=\"1792\"\u003eProduct Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1795\" data-end=\"1956\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1795\" data-end=\"1829\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1797\" data-end=\"1829\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1797\" data-end=\"1815\"\u003eJanka Hardness\u003c\/strong\u003e: ~1,420 lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1832\" data-end=\"1843\"\u003eDensity\u003c\/strong\u003e: ~45 lbs\/ft³\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1861\" data-end=\"1874\"\u003eThickness\u003c\/strong\u003e: 8\/4 (2\" rough), skip-dressed to show grain\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1923\" data-end=\"1933\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e: Central\/West Africa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2086\" data-end=\"2271\" class=\"\"\u003eThese boards are\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eskip-dressed to reveal their natural grain and color, giving you a clear preview of what’s beneath the surface—ideal for fine finish work or architectural features.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Knotty Lumber Co.","offers":[{"title":"24\"x4-6\"","offer_id":44367761178800,"sku":null,"price":20.4,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"24\"x6-8\"","offer_id":44367761211568,"sku":null,"price":27.2,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"36\"x4-6\"","offer_id":44367761244336,"sku":null,"price":30.6,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"36\"x6-8\"","offer_id":44367761277104,"sku":null,"price":40.8,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"48\"x4-6\"","offer_id":44367761309872,"sku":null,"price":40.8,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"48\"x6-8\"","offer_id":44367761342640,"sku":null,"price":54.4,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 Board Feet","offer_id":44475666923696,"sku":null,"price":85.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0667\/9088\/3504\/files\/Whitewenge84bysize.jpg?v=1765335734","url":"https:\/\/theknottylumberco.ca\/en-ca\/products\/8-4-white-wenge","provider":"The Knotty Lumber Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}