$17.00 ea.
for 20 or more mix/match
(48 U.S. Ground)
Why Choose Black Limba?
Lumber is separated for color and sold as white (without black streaks) or black (with black streaks). The wood is relatively soft and easy to work. Medium coarse texture. Open pores require filling for a smooth surface.
Get ready to work with the finest wood squares you've ever seen, they're ready to be turned into whatever you can imagine, such as furniture parts, table legs, small accessories, handles, artwork and other fine woodworking projects.
Thickness | 1-3/4" (≈ 1-3/4" approx) |
Width | 1-3/4" |
Length | 18" |
Grade | Kiln dried, clear |
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2.83
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Ease of Finishing
(Terminalia superba)
Black Limba grows in Africa
Pale yellow to light brown with black streaks.
Reaches 150 feet at maturity with trunk diameter up to 96". Boles are straight and clear to about 90 feet.
Black Limba, Afara, Ofram, Akom, Korina, White Limba
Musical instruments, furniture, cabinets, interiors.
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