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Wood species guide · Imported specialty hardwood
Dalmata 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 nameCynometra spruceana (commonly mislabeled as Swartzia arborescens)
Janka hardness2,620 lbf
Average dried weight64 lb/ft³
Best fitKnife handles
Overview
Why choose Dalmata?
Dalmata is an imported specialty hardwood. Its natural range is South America. Common uses include knife handles, boxes, turned objects and other small specialty items.
Scientific nameCynometra spruceana (commonly mislabeled as Swartzia arborescens)
DistributionSouth America
Dalmata colour, grain, and figure
Heartwood is a medium reddish brown, marked by veining and streaks that run from dark brown to black.
Grain may be spiraled or interlocked, with a medium to fine texture.
Working notes
Working it is reported to be difficult, but it turns well.
Aside from the usual risks of any wood dust, no other health reactions are linked to Dalmata.
Dalmata should be sold by project fit: colour, workability, durability, and the format the customer actually needs.
Best uses for Dalmata
Best projects
Common uses include knife handles, boxes, turned objects and other small 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 Dalmata 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.
Live edge slabs
Use when the customer cares more about slab format and visual impact than this exact species.
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.
Dalmata FAQ
What is Dalmata best used for?
Common uses include knife handles, boxes, turned objects and other small specialty items. Match it to the exact board format, colour, hardness, and finish plan before buying.
Is Dalmata 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 Dalmata?
The buying section on this page links to any Dalmata 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.