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Wood species guide · Imported specialty hardwood
Lebbeck 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 nameAlbizia lebbeck
Janka hardness1,330 lbf
Average dried weight39.5 lb/ft³
Best fitAssorted small specialty pieces
Overview
Why choose Lebbeck?
Lebbeck is an imported specialty hardwood. Native to southern Asia; planted widely as an ornamental across the tropics. Common uses include assorted small specialty pieces, carving, turned items, veneer and furniture.
Scientific nameAlbizia lebbeck
DistributionNative to southern Asia; planted widely as an ornamental across the tropics
ShrinkageRadial: 2.9%, Tangential: 5.8%, Volumetric: 9.6%, T/R Ratio: 2 More images | Identification
DurabilityConsidered moderately durable, with poor insect resistance.
Lebbeck colour, grain, and figure
The heartwood is golden brown and often banded with lighter and darker wood. The sapwood is pale yellow and contrasts with it.
The grain is deeply interlocked, the texture is coarse and the natural sheen is good.
Working notes
Machining is usually hard because of the interlocked grain. Careless drying can lead to checks and splits.
Severe reactions seldom occur, but lebbeck is reported to irritate the eyes and airways.
Lebbeck should be sold by project fit: colour, workability, durability, and the format the customer actually needs.
Best uses for Lebbeck
Best projects
Common uses include assorted small specialty pieces, carving, turned items, veneer and furniture.
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 Lebbeck 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.
Lebbeck FAQ
What is Lebbeck best used for?
Common uses include assorted small specialty pieces, carving, turned items, veneer and furniture. Match it to the exact board format, colour, hardness, and finish plan before buying.
Is Lebbeck 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 Lebbeck?
The buying section on this page links to any Lebbeck 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.