4/4 Bubinga Rough Sawn Lumber
Direct Kingma listing for Bubinga; inventory, lengths, and widths can rotate by variant.
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Wood species guide · Imported specialty hardwood
Bubinga 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 nameGuibourtia spp., the three principal species are G.
Janka hardness2,410 lbf
Average dried weight56 lb/ft³
Best fitTurnings
Overview
Why choose Bubinga?
Bubinga is an imported specialty hardwood. Its natural range is Equatorial Africa. Common uses include turnings, cabinetry, fine furniture, inlays, veneer, plus other specialty items.
Scientific nameGuibourtia spp., the three principal species are G.
DistributionEquatorial Africa
ShrinkageRadial: 6.0%, Tangential: 8.2%, Volumetric: 13.9%, T/R Ratio: 1.4 More images | Identification
DurabilityModerately to very durable, depending on the species.
Bubinga colour, grain, and figure
The heartwood runs from pinkish red to a deeper reddish brown, with purple or black streaks. The pale straw sapwood is sharply set apart from the heartwood.
The grain runs from straight to interlocked. The texture is even and fine to medium, with a modest natural sheen.
Working notes
Bubinga is generally easy to work, but some species hold silica that dulls cutting edges early. Figured or interlocked pieces can tear out when planed or machined.
Serious reactions are rare, but bubinga has caused skin irritation or lesions in some individuals.
Bubinga should be sold by project fit: colour, workability, durability, and the format the customer actually needs.
Best uses for Bubinga
Best projects
Common uses include turnings, cabinetry, fine furniture, inlays, veneer, plus other specialty items.
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 Bubinga 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.
8/4 Bubinga Rough Sawn Lumber
Direct Kingma listing for Bubinga; inventory, lengths, and widths can rotate by variant.
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.
Bubinga FAQ
What is Bubinga best used for?
Common uses include turnings, cabinetry, fine furniture, inlays, veneer, plus other specialty items. Match it to the exact board format, colour, hardness, and finish plan before buying.
Is Bubinga 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 Bubinga?
The buying section on this page links to any Bubinga Kingma has in stock and to the closest alternatives. Stock changes often, so call (780) 229-7681 or visit the yard at 4607 91 Ave NW, Edmonton to check what is in today.