Wenge is one of the most visually dramatic hardwoods available — its deep chocolate-brown to near-black heartwood, interlaced with fine pale streaks, gives it an unmistakable character. Dense, hard, and naturally durable, it makes a bold statement in furniture, flooring, and fine joinery. A premium African hardwood for projects where presence and quality matter.
Species Details
Species: Millettia laurentii
Common Name: Wenge
Origin: Central Africa
Colour: Deep chocolate-brown to near-black with pale streaks
Janka Hardness: ~1,630 lbf (7,260 N)
Density: ~870 kg/m³
Durability: Very Durable — Class 1
Workability: Moderate — coarse grain, take care when sanding. Finishes well with oil.
This Piece
SKU: WEN06
Dimensions: 1430 × 140 × 21mm
Weight: 4.2kg
Finish: Planed Both Faces
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Ideal for furniture, flooring, cabinetry, and any project where a strikingly dark, premium African hardwood is required.
Delivery restriction: Items over 1.4 m cannot be delivered to our selected Scottish Highlands and offshore-island postcodes. Please contact us before ordering to discuss delivery options.
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