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Wood species guide · Imported specialty hardwood
Pink Ivory 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 nameBerchemia zeyheri
Janka hardness3,230 lbf
Average dried weight65 lb/ft³
Best fitTurned items
Overview
Why choose Pink Ivory?
Pink Ivory is an imported specialty hardwood. Its natural range is Southern Africa. Common uses include turned items, chessmen, billiard cues, knife handles, inlay, veneers and carving.
Scientific nameBerchemia zeyheri
DistributionSouthern Africa
ShrinkageRadial: 4.8%, Tangential: 7.2%, Volumetric: 12.1%, T/R Ratio: 1.5
DurabilityRated durable through very durable against decay, and said to weather excellently, even though it is rarely used where that matters.
Pink Ivory colour, grain, and figure
Pink Ivory spans pale brownish pink, a vivid, almost neon pink and a deep red. The most valuable pieces are typically a vibrant pink.
The grain runs straight to interlocked. The texture is fine and even with a good sheen.
Working notes
Pink Ivory strongly dulls cutting edges and is fairly hard to work as boards. Figured or quartersawn areas can tear out when planed.
Apart from the usual hazards of breathing any wood dust, Pink Ivory has no other reported health reactions.
Pink Ivory should be sold by project fit: colour, workability, durability, and the format the customer actually needs.
Best uses for Pink Ivory
Best projects
Common uses include turned items, chessmen, billiard cues, knife handles, inlay, veneers and carving.
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 Pink Ivory 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.
Pink Ivory FAQ
What is Pink Ivory best used for?
Common uses include turned items, chessmen, billiard cues, knife handles, inlay, veneers and carving. Match it to the exact board format, colour, hardness, and finish plan before buying.
Is Pink Ivory 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 Pink Ivory?
The buying section on this page links to any Pink Ivory 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.