Characteristics: This exotic and imported hardwood is hard and heavy and has a moderately coarse, even texture. Bubinga is durable and strong. The grain can be straight on interlocked and irregular. The heartwood is red-brown, with red and purple veining. The sapwood is pale white.

Common Uses: Bubinga is used for turnery - knife handles - veneers - inlay work - high end furniture and flooring.

Working Properties: The wood can be worked well with hand or power tools to a fine finish. Cutting edges must be kept sharp. Pre-bore for fasteners. Gum pockets can cause problems when gluing. Will take a nice polish.

Common Name: Bubinga

Tree is Native To: Cameroon, Gabon and Zaire.

Botanical Classification: Guibourtia demeusei

Family: Leguminosae

Average Dried Weight: 60 lb/ft.

Average Specific Gravity: .88