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Bubinga 4/4 Lumber
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$14.99 / Board Feet
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Wood orders get custom hand picked by a fellow woodworker to ensure you get the best. |
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Once you use bubinga, you just might forget about all other exotic woods for a while. On top of it being a uniquely pretty wood, it tends to knock your socks off when you apply a finish - don't stain this wood! Just use a clear top coat or a penetrating oil. Everyone will love your projects made with bubinga.
Sizes you can expect:
Thickness
13/16'' thick, surfaced smooth two sides (4/4 S2S) |
Widths
4''-12'' with the edges still rough. Straight line ripping on one edge is available as well (available above with your order). |
Lengths Up to 8'. Longer lengths may be available for local pick up or truck freight shipment. Contact us to verify. |
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[+] What if I need specific sizes? You'll have to cut your own pieces to size. Hardwood lumber is sold as a bulk raw product, which means that our stacks of lumber have a big variety of sizes most often from 4" up to 12" wide, and 6' to 16' long.
- Only some unusual exotic woods are narrower than 4" and under 6' long. This is clearly stated when that's the case, everything else is larger.
- We always ship the longest boards possible, and rarely ship boards less than 48" long unless you request shorter. The longest we can ship by UPS is 96" (that's 8').
For general fine woodworking, the various widths and lengths meet the needs and desires of woodworkers building furniture, cabinetry, and fine woodwork. But we do understand that certain projects have some requirements, and we're happy to help you out.
Here's how we can help you get the sizes you need:
- We can hand-select material that will yeild what you need. Type your needs into the "Selection" field right above the Add to Cart button above when you place your order. 4 things to know about size requests
- We can do some custom milling or cutting. Please call or email to talk about your needs.
- Thickness: 13/16'' thick, surfaced smooth two sides (4/4 S2S)
- Widths: 4''-12'' with the edges still rough. Straight line ripping on one edge is available as well (available above with your order).
- Lengths: Up to 8'. Longer lengths may be available for local pick up or truck freight shipment. Contact us to verify.
- Grade: Select & Better. See our page about Hardwood Grading for some details about common lumber grades and their definitions.
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Botanical Name: Guibourtia tessmannii
What's the wood like?
Fine grained. Hard and heavy. Takes a high lustrous finish. The wood works without difficulty except for gum pockets. Some logs are figured with a wavy, roey grain.
How's the color?
Light red or violet with fairly evenly spaced purple stripes
Does it go by other names?
Akume, Bingbinga, Bubinga, Essingang, Kevazingo, Ovang, Waka
What could I use it for?
Furniture, turning, decorative items, veneer, high end furniture and millwork, musical instruments, flooring.
What is the tree like?
A large tree reaching over 100 feet in height and trunk diameter of 36'' and clear for up to 60 feet.
Where is it from?
Cameroon and Gabon, West Africa

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Average Customer Rating:
    11 Reviews
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    Good Wood, 2.9.2011
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Reviewer: Darren M (, Maine)
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The bubinga is very clean and has great grain. Square and smooth.
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    Poor choice on your part, 1.11.2011
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Reviewer: Don Mclean (Peachtree city, Ga)
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Not suitable for my purpose
Remainder of order is nice, a 5 star
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    nice wood, 7.30.2010
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Reviewer: nm (, )
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Great piece of wood.
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    First Bubinga Purchase, 5.14.2010
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Reviewer: Bill_de (Camden, De)
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I never bought Bubinga before, but the special last month gave me the oportunity to take a look at it. While I haven't used it yet, I can say it is beautiful wood. The boards are flat, and to my surprise, the widest is a full 13". I can't wait to get started with it, but alas, the lawn needs cutting.
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    Big Beautiful Bubinga, 5.12.2010
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Reviewer: Tom Steinbach (Lincoln, NE)
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I was expecting a couple of pieces 5 to 6 inches wide, but the piece you sent me is more than a foot wide and is a beautiful looking piece of wood. I was very impressed with it. Thank you.
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