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Wood species guide · Imported specialty hardwood
Panga Panga 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 nameMillettia stuhlmannii
Janka hardness1,640 lbf
Average dried weight54 lb/ft³
Best fitBoth Panga Panga
Overview
Why choose Panga Panga?
Panga Panga is an imported specialty hardwood. Its natural range is Eastern Africa. Both Panga Panga and Wenge are dark enough to stand in for ebony.
Scientific nameMillettia stuhlmannii
DistributionEastern Africa
ShrinkageRadial: 3.9%, Tangential: 6.6%, Volumetric: 10.5%, T/R Ratio: 1.7
DurabilityVery durable and termite resistant.
Panga Panga colour, grain, and figure
The heartwood is a very deep brown with black streaks. A finish, oil in particular, can turn it nearly black.
The grain is straight and the texture is coarse. The very large pores can be hard to fill when a perfectly smooth, level finish is wanted.
Working notes
Can be hard to work by hand or with power tools, and it dulls tool edges.
Severe reactions seldom occur, but breathing the dust of Wenge, a close relative of Panga Panga, can affect the central nervous system and irritate skin and eyes, according to reports, and it is a sensitizer.
Panga Panga should be sold by project fit: colour, workability, durability, and the format the customer actually needs.
Best uses for Panga Panga
Best projects
Both Panga Panga and Wenge are dark enough to stand in for ebony.
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 Panga Panga 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.
Panga Panga FAQ
What is Panga Panga best used for?
Both Panga Panga and Wenge are dark enough to stand in for ebony. Match it to the exact board format, colour, hardness, and finish plan before buying.
Is Panga Panga 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 Panga Panga?
The buying section on this page links to any Panga Panga 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.