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Exotic Wood
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Wenge
Millettia spp.
APPEARANCE
Heartwood is yellow-brown when freshly cut, turning dark brown to almost black with alternate layers of light and dark. Sapwood is yellowish-white. Straight grain when quartersawn with coarse texture.
PROPERTIES
Wenge is harder than average with a Janka rating of 1630. Excellent dimensional stability with a change coefficient of 0.00201, however, actual installations have demonstrated above average movement in practical use. Average durability.
WORKABILITY
Sawing and machining Wenge is difficult due to its hardness. Sands well and care must be taken when finishing. Good nail holding ability.
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