4/4 Makassar Ebony Rough Sawn Lumber
Direct Kingma listing for Black and White Ebony; inventory, lengths, and widths can rotate by variant.
View optionBlack and White Ebony Wood Guide
Wood species guide · Imported specialty hardwood
Black and White Ebony is best understood by how it looks, how it works, and where it should be used. This guide explains the practical buying details before sending you to the right Kingma products.
Scientific nameDiospyros malabarica (syn.
Janka hardness1,780 lbf
Average dried weight51 lb/ft³
Best fitTurned objects
Overview
Why choose Black and White Ebony?
Black and White Ebony is a imported specialty hardwood associated with Laos and southeast Asia. It is useful when the project calls for turned objects, inlay, and other small wood projects
For SEO and customer usefulness, this page separates the science from the buying decision: appearance, working behaviour, durability, project fit, and then the right Kingma shopping path.
Scientific nameDiospyros malabarica (syn.
DistributionLaos and southeast Asia
ShrinkageNo data available
DurabilityReported to be very durable; moderate insect/borer resistance, though portions of the wood commonly have insect holes present.
Black and White Ebony colour, grain, and figure
Expect heartwood is a pale straw color, with darker black streaks throughout; some pieces may be predominantly black rather than white. Sapwood is a paler white color, not always clearly defined.
In practical selection, the grain and texture are best treated this way: generally straight grain with a fine, uniform texture and good natural luster.
Working notes
In the shop, generally works and turns well, though pieces can be difficult to dry without checking.
Although severe reactions are quite uncommon, Ebony in the Diospyros genus has been reported as a sensitizer .
Black and White Ebony should be sold by project fit: colour, workability, durability, and the format the customer actually needs.
Best uses for Black and White Ebony
Best projects
Turned objects, inlay, and other small wood projects
Use caution
Avoid specifying it by name alone; confirm board size, moisture, colour, figure, and the project environment before buying.
Finish strategy
Test finishes on offcuts first, especially when colour, blotching, outdoor exposure, or grain filling matters.
Buying note
Choose boards, slabs, plywood, blanks, or posts based on the project rather than species name alone.
Shop path
Buying Black and White Ebony from Kingma
Start with the direct species match when Kingma sells it. If stock rotates, use the closest live collection or a clearly explained alternative.
Wenge rough sawn lumber
Dark exotic alternative for accent parts and premium contrast.
View optionWalnut lumber collection
Practical dark premium alternative when the project needs easier machining.
View optionSimilar woods and alternatives
If Kingma does not have an exact match online, use the buying links below as practical alternatives only when the colour, grain, hardness, or project environment makes sense.
Black and White Ebony FAQ
What is Black and White Ebony best used for?
Black and White Ebony is best considered for turned objects, inlay, and other small wood projects. Match it to the exact board format, colour, hardness, and finish plan before buying.
Is Black and White Ebony beginner friendly?
It depends on density, grain direction, and tooling. Test cuts on offcuts first, and choose Maple, Cherry, Walnut, or Poplar when easier machining is the priority.
Does Kingma sell Black and White Ebony?
Use the buying section on this page. If an exact product is not listed, the linked alternatives are included only when they make practical sense for colour, grain, or project use.