Bubinga No. 5, 23 x 23 x 135 mm
Hardwood of pink color, in some cases also with red veining, for turning, knife handles, production of decorative items, etc.
Bubinga No. 5
(Guibourtia demeusei, Guibourtia pellegriniana, Guibourtia tessmannii)
23 x 23 x 135 mm
The photo is illustrative
The wood is intended for further processing, so some edges may not be exactly perpendicular to each other or planes parallel to each other.
The stated dimensions are minimal, they can be slightly larger.
Description
Bubinga is native to western tropical Africa and occurs in southern Nigeria, Cameroon, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon and the Congo. The heartwood is pinkish-red to dark reddish-brown, it can also have purple or red veining. White wood is white to light brown. The fibers are straight or wavy, have a fine to medium texture with a slight natural shine. The pores are medium in size, with no specific arrangement. It has a very pleasing color, some species also have a unique drawing.
Properties
Bubing wood is hard, medium to very flexible, has an exceptional strength-to-weight ratio and is very resistant to external influences and wood-destroying insects. After drying, it is dimensionally stable. Bubing wood resembles rosewood, so it is often used as a substitute.
Pocessing
The wood is easy to process, easy to cut, planer, turn, grind, glue and finish. Pieces with crimped fibers can tear during planing. It is recommended to pre-drill when nailing and screwing. It is polished to a radiant shine and soft surface.
Use
- furniture
- decorative items
- turning
- wooden jewelry
- veneers
- inlay
- bench and table tops
- floors, stairs, paneling
- rosewood substitute
CITES
Three species of Guibourtia are listed in List II Cites, which regulates international trade in endangered species of wild fauna and flora. These are Guibourtia demeusei, Guibourtia pellegriniana and Guibourtia tessmannii. More about CITES.
Safety instructions
Tropical woods can be toxic or cause various allergies. During processing, fine wood dust is also generated, which can cause a number of other health problems. Therefore, it is recommended to use respirators and other protective equipment when working with wood.
Another wooden material
You can find other wood for your projects in the Tropical wood or Other wood category.
Additional parameters
| Category: | Bubinga |
|---|---|
| Warranty: | 24 months |
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