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Wood species guide · Imported specialty hardwood
Ebiara 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 nameBerlinia spp.
Janka hardness1,280 lbf
Average dried weight45 lb/ft³
Best fitOther small specialty items
Overview
Why choose Ebiara?
Ebiara is an imported specialty hardwood. Its natural range is West Africa. Common uses include other small specialty items, turned objects, cabinetry, furniture and veneer.
Scientific nameBerlinia spp.
DistributionWest Africa
ShrinkageRadial: 4.7%, Tangential: 8.7%, Volumetric: 13.2%, T/R Ratio: 1.9
DurabilityDurability depends on the species but is usually moderate. Insect resistance is good, but the sapwood is open to attack from powder post and ambrosia beetles.
Ebiara colour, grain, and figure
Heartwood colour moves from golden yellowish brown into richer reddish brown, frequently marked by dark black streaks and bands. The paler sapwood stands out clearly from the heartwood.
The grain is typically interlocked but can be straight. The texture is fairly coarse with good natural luster.
Working notes
It is generally easy to work by hand or machine, though interlocked grain may tear out during planing or surfacing, especially on quartersawn faces. Gluing, turning and finishing all go well.
Apart from the usual hazards of wood dust, no other health effects are known for Ebiara.
Ebiara should be sold by project fit: colour, workability, durability, and the format the customer actually needs.
Best uses for Ebiara
Best projects
Common uses include other small specialty items, turned objects, cabinetry, furniture and veneer.
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 Ebiara 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.
Ebiara FAQ
What is Ebiara best used for?
Common uses include other small specialty items, turned objects, cabinetry, furniture and veneer. Match it to the exact board format, colour, hardness, and finish plan before buying.
Is Ebiara 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 Ebiara?
The buying section on this page links to any Ebiara 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.