Zebrawood (2026)
Microberlinia brazzavillensis • Central Africa
Exotic Hardwood
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Zebrawood is instantly recognizable by its dramatic zebra-like striping.
Key Takeaways
- Zebrawood has a Janka hardness of 1,830 lbf and density of 50 lbs/ft³.
- Common uses include Decorative veneer, Accent furniture, Inlays.
- Color: Golden-yellow with dark brown to black stripes.
- Low to moderate.
Janka Hardness
1,830 lbf
Density
50 lbs/ft³
Moisture
10-12%
Fire Rating
Class B
Durability
Class B - 15-20 years
Price Range
$$$
Color Characteristics
Golden-yellow with dark brown to black stripes
Key Characteristics
- •Dramatic stripes
- •Hard and heavy
- •Interlocked grain
- •Coarse texture
- •Good stability
- •High luster
- •Natural decay resistance
- •Unique appearance
Common Applications
- •Decorative veneer
- •Accent furniture
- •Inlays
- •Turnings
- •Musical instruments
- •Small items
- •Tool handles
- •Decorative boxes
Maintenance Requirements
Low to moderate.
Advantages
- Unique dramatic appearance
- Good hardness
- Natural decay resistance
- High visual impact
- Good stability
- Strong design statement
- Long-lasting
- Distinctive
Considerations
- Very expensive
- Can overwhelm designs
- Difficult to work
- Coarse texture
- Pattern varies
- Best used sparingly
- Hard to match
- Sharp tools needed
Frequently Asked Questions
Decorative veneer, Accent furniture, Inlays, Turnings, Musical instruments, Small items, Tool handles, Decorative boxes.
Zebrawood has a Janka hardness rating of 1,830 lbf, making it a softer wood suitable for Decorative veneer, Accent furniture, Inlays.
Zebrawood wood is Golden-yellow with dark brown to black stripes. Dramatic stripes
Low to moderate.
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