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
Ubangi Timber has FSC® chain of custody certification
•FSC®(Forest Stewardship Council®)
When possible we procure timber under the above scheme of certification and verification.