SKU# 44ZEBRAWOOD

ZEBRAWOOD - 4/4 FAS - HARDWOOD EXOTIC LUMBER

ZEBRAWOOD 4/4"

ZEBRAWOOD LUMBER – 4/4" – FAS
Rough Cut – Random Widths – Random Lengths

Zebrawood is known for its highly figured heartwood. The heartwood is straw-like in color and distinctively marked with narrow veining or “streaks” of color ranging from dark brown to almost black. These streaks give the heartwood a zebra-stripe appearance. The sapwood is whitish in color, and virtually without feature. The wavy, interlocked grain produces a ribbon figure. The texture ranges from medium to coarse and has a high luster surface.

Since the wavy grain of zebrawood produces both hard- and soft-grained materials, it can be relatively hard to work. It is easy to saw, once seasoned. A slight to moderate blunting effect is experienced on most tools. The wood turns well, and has good sanding and gluing properties, although pre-boring may be necessary for to nailing. zebrawood can be varnished or polished to a beautiful finish.

The decorative nature of this highly figured wood makes it a popular wood for high quality veneers. Quarter-sliced veneers are used for furniture inlays, cross banding, and marquetry. It is also used to produce decorative millwork.

Region: West Africa

 

  • 4/4" Zebrawood Lumber
  • FAS
  • Random widths/lengths
  • Exotic
  • Region: West Africa
  • Zebrawood glues and finishes well.
  • Can be very difficult to plane or surface due to the prevalence of interlocking grain.
  • Used in veneer, furniture inlays, cross banding and marquetry.