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Description
Wenge shorts are approximately 13/16″-thick x 3-1/2″ to 7-1/2″ wide x 24″ long. They are available in one, two, and three board foot quantities, and come in multiple pieces.
Heartwood is medium brown, sometimes with a reddish or yellowish hue, with nearly black streaks. Upon application of a wood finish the wood can become nearly black. However, unlike most other dark hardwoods, the heartwood can lighten (rather than darken) when exposed to sunlight.
Can be difficult to work with hand and machine tools. Sands unevenly due to differences in density between light and dark areas. Splinters easily, so care must be used when handling unfinished wood with bare hands. Very large pores can be difficult to fill if a perfectly smooth/level finish is desired.
For longer pieces, such as 3′ or more, please get in touch with the Woodsmith Store via email or phone for a custom quote.
1-800-835-5084
