Zebrano (Microberlinia brazzavillensis)

Description

Also known as Zebrawood, Zebrano comes from western Africa, most commonly Gabon and Cameroon. Zebrano is light yellow-brown highlighted in with distinct dark brown/black stripes or veining. These stripes give the wood a distinctive appearance (particularly when quarter-sawn) that gives it its name.

Zebrano tends to be course in texture with interlocking grain, but can be polished to high lustre. It is hard and dense and has a reputation for being hard to work due to its tendency to splinter and tear-out.

Often sliced into veneer for fine furniture or cabinet work, it is also used for decorative items and in marquetry. It is also often used in tunery.


Also known as:
  • Zebrawood


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