{"title":"Ovangkol Planks","description":"\u003cp\u003eOvangkol (\u003cem\u003eGuibourtia ehie\u003c\/em\u003e), also known as \u003cstrong\u003eAmazique\u003c\/strong\u003e or Shedua, is a West African hardwood of real distinction — often described as a cross between Rosewood and Wenge in both appearance and character. Rich golden-brown to olive-brown with bold dark brown to black streaking, it has a striking, graphic quality that makes it instantly recognisable and highly sought after by furniture makers, guitar builders, and decorative woodworkers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOvangkol is as practical as it is beautiful — hard, stable, and well-behaved in the workshop. It machines cleanly, finishes to a naturally lustrous surface, and takes oils and lacquers superbly. Its combination of visual drama and genuine workability makes it one of the most rewarding exotic hardwoods to use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose Ovangkol?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStriking figure — rich golden-brown to olive tones with bold dark streaking, similar in character to Rosewood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlso known as Amazique and Shedua — the same species under several trade names\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHard and stable — excellent dimensional stability once dried, ideal for furniture and cabinetry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMachines and finishes beautifully — takes a naturally lustrous surface under oil or lacquer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePopular with guitar makers — widely used for backs, sides, and fingerboards as a Rosewood alternative\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA versatile showpiece timber — bold enough to be a feature, refined enough for fine detail work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1044\/1110\/3577\/collections\/ovangkol.jpg?v=1779660483","url":"https:\/\/woodroom.co.uk\/collections\/ovangkol-planks.oembed","provider":"The Wood Room","version":"1.0","type":"link"}