Ebene

Ebene


Other names: Abokpo, Kanran, Nyareti, Mevini, Ebano, Bingo


Botanical name: Diospyros crassiflora Pierre

                             


Density: Green 1,240 - 1,410 kg/m3

     Seasoned 1,040 kg/m3 (Average at 12% MC)


Durability: Very durable


Grain: Straight - slightly / occasionally interlocked


Texture: Fine


Heartwood: Jet black or brown with black streaks


Sapwood: Distinguishable pale colour


Sawing: Easy (Severe blunting effect)


Drying: Medium to rapid

              Risk of distortion: Slight

              Risk of checking: Slight


Machining: Special machining required


Wood bending: Easy


Gluing: Good


Nailing: Holding properties - Good pre-boring necessary


Finishing: Good


End uses: Turnery, High-class joinery & interior fittings, Tool handles