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Trade Names

Black Limba

Similar Woods

Paldao

Origin

Africa

Range

In the tropical rain forests of West and Central Africa. Limba always has a dark heart. One speaks of Black Limba if this dark heart is one third or more of the diameter of the logs. In most cases, only single logs are available, therefore, a constant supply is difficult. High-end interior fitting in all fields.

Uses

High-end interior fitting in all fields.

Properties

In general, Limba is pale yellow in color, plain and in Central Europe mainly used by the door industry for paintable doors. Black Limba is very rare. The more prominent and set-off in dark their structure is, the more decorative and expensive are the veneers.

Machining

Machining presents no problem. The wood can be shaped, screwed, planed and nailed without difficulty.

Seasoning

Can be carried out well and quickly. Material with a dark heart needs to be dried longer.

Finishing

Staining and varnishing work well; takes any kind of surface treatment without problems.

Jointing

Problem-free.

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