Black Limba Hardwood Sample (1/2"x3"x6")

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Black Limba Hardwood Sample (1/2"x3"x6")

$9.00 ea.

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Why Choose Black Limba?

Lumber is separated for color and sold as white (without black streaks) or black (with black streaks). The wood is relatively soft and easy to work. Medium coarse texture. Open pores require filling for a smooth surface.

Get your hands on a wood you've never tried before! It's simple. Samples are milled on all sides to the standard size of 1/2'' X 3'' X 6'', as determined by The International Wood Collectors Society, and include the shipping cost within the 48 U.S. Each one is labeled with the botanical and common names. Use these to test finishes and stains, to compare color and grain characteristics, etc.

Thickness 1/2" (≈ 1/2" approx)
Width 3"
Length 6"
Grade Samples are milled on all sides, cut square and sanded; wood is a product of nature with inconsistencies from piece to piece. Use species samples as a guide, not a perfect representation.
Approximated, actual size may vary +/- 1/8"
Weight

2.83

lbs /Bd. Ft.
-20.95% lighter than red oak (3.58 /bd. ft.)
Hardness

490

Janka Rating
-62.02% softer than red oak (1290 psi)
Density

0.45

Specific Gravity
-29.69% less dense than red oak (.64)

General Workability
Good 4/10
Red Oak

Wood Texture
Fine 4/10
Red Oak

Ease of Finishing
Good 4/10
Red Oak

map of where Black Limba tree grows

(Terminalia superba)
Black Limba grows in Africa

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color of Black Limba
Color Range
Pale yellow to light brown with black streaks.
the Black Limba tree
What's The Tree Like?
Reaches 150 feet at maturity with trunk diameter up to 96". Boles are straight and clear to about 90 feet.
other names for Black Limba
Other Names
Black Limba, Afara, Ofram, Akom, Korina, White Limba
uses for Black Limba
Some Typical Uses
Musical instruments, furniture, cabinets, interiors.
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5
July 20th, 2018
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Dsine
Connecticut
Excellent Black Limba sample
Thank you very much for the rapid shipping and superior quality Black Limba sample. I strongly recommend your website and products.
5
April 4th, 2011
KEK
Lakeland FL USA
Limba Black Sample
What a beautiful wood! Packaging and delivery was superb. I've always been delighted by the service from Woodworkers Source.
5
November 24th, 2010
Ron Mabe
Ocala FL USA
Limba Black Review
I ordered the samples to evaluate for making knife handles.

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