Wenge
Wenge
Scientific Name: Millettia spp
Wenge, an exotic and dense African hardwood, is distinguished by its deep brown color with black streaks, offering a striking, nearly ebony appearance. With a fine, even texture and heavy durability, it’s particularly favored for intricate woodworking, flooring, and decorative veneers. Wenge’s pronounced grain and dark tones provide a bold, sophisticated look, making it a luxurious choice for modern interiors and statement furniture pieces.
Despite its hardness, it works well with both hand and machine tools. After milling, the boards are yellow but can be set in the sun to darken to a rich almost black color.
COMMON APPLICATIONS
- Furniture
- Cabinetry
- Flooring
- Inlays/Accent Pieces
WHY CHOOSE WENGE?
- Exotic look with rich dark tones
- Dense for heavy use
- Fine, even texture
- Pronounced grain pattern
- Excellent workability
WORKING PROPERTIES
QUICK FACT
Wenge can become nearly black when finished with oil, which has led to its use as an alternative to ebony in some applications.
MECHANICAL PROPERTIES
Weight per Bdft: 5.00
Specific Gravity (Density): 0.87
Hardness (Janka): 1,930
Bending Strength (MOR): 21,990
Bending Stiffness (million psi) (MOE): 2.548
Dimensional Movement (Shrinkage): R 4.8%, T 8.3%
T/R Ratio (Stability): 1.7
QUICK FACT
Wenge can become nearly black when finished with oil, which has led to its use as an alternative to ebony in some applications.
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