Zebrawood Information & Technical Specs
Zebrawood is one of the more distinct exotic flooring options in the market. The Zebrawood information below will tell you more about this African flooring and lumber option.
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| Description | Zebrawood heartwood is a golden-yellow with narrow veining or streaks of dark brown to black which gives quartered surfaces a zebra-stripe appearance. Grain is interlocked or wavy and produces alternating hard and soft grained material. Texture is coarse with a lustrous surface. Weight is about 46lbs per cu. ft. Typical Width = 5" to 10" Typical Length = 8' to 14' |
| Country of Origin | West Africa (Cameroon. Congo, & Gabon) |
| Botanical Name | Microberlinia Brazzavillensis |
| Other Names | Zebrano, Zingana, Allene, Ele, Amouk |
| Mechanical Properties | Used primarily for decorative purposes where strength and mechanical properties are unimportant. |
| Working Properties | Works easily with hand and power tools, although its alternating grain structure makes it difficult to achieve a good machine finish. Gluing is satisfactory with care. Finishes well when filled. |
| Durability | Non-durable. Susceptible to insect attack. Resistant to preservative treatment. |
| Seasoning | Difficult to dry and requires care in order to avoid surface checking, splitting and distortion. Small movement. |
| Uses | Mainly used as decorative veneer, cross bandings or inlay. Fancy goods, marquetry and paneling. |
| Comments | A belt sander will achieve a smooth machine finish. |