Collection: False Acacia / Black Locust
False Acacia / Black Locust Hardwood Planks
False Acacia, also known as Black Locust (Robinia pseudoacacia), is one of Europe's hardest and most durable hardwoods — a naturalised North American species that has thrived across Central and Southern Europe for centuries. With its warm golden-yellow to olive-brown tone, fine to medium grain, and exceptional natural durability, Black Locust is increasingly sought after as a sustainable alternative to tropical hardwoods. Resistant to rot, moisture, and wear without treatment, it's a timber that truly earns its reputation.
Key Characteristics
- Colour: Warm golden-yellow to olive-brown, darkening with age
- Grain: Straight to slightly interlocked — fine to medium texture
- Hardness: Extremely hard and dense — one of Europe's hardest commercial timbers
- Workability: Moderate — machines and finishes well; sharp tools recommended
Common Uses
- Outdoor furniture, decking, and cladding
- Fencing, posts, and agricultural use
- Kitchen worktops and flooring
- Turned objects and furniture
False Acacia / Black Locust from The Wood Room is a premium European hardwood with outstanding natural durability. Browse our planks and discover a timber built to last.