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Black Limba
Limba is from West Africa and is also commonly referred to as Korina. Black Limba is the same species as White Limba, but is hand selected for character including dark streaks and color variation. White Limba is a more consistent color without the dark streaking. This species has excellent tonal properties and is light weight, so it is popular for solid body guitars. It can also be turned or used for furniture.
Specifications:
- Common Name(s): Black Limba
- Scientific Name: Terminalia superba
- Distribution: Tropical Western Africa.
- Tree Size: 130-150 ft (40-45 m) tall, 3-5 ft (1-1.5 m) trunk diameter
- Average Dried Weight: 35 lbs/ft³ (560 kg/m³)
- Janka Hardness: 670 lbf (2, 980 N)
- Crushing Strength: 6, 920 lbf/in² (47.7 MPa)
Grain/Texture:
Grain: Generally straight, but can be wavy or irregular.
Texture: Medium to coarse texture with a good natural luster.
Texture: Medium to coarse texture with a good natural luster.
Rot Resistance:
Rated as durable and resistant to termite attack.
Workability:
Black Limba is generally easy to work with both hand and machine tools, though pieces with interlocked grain can cause tearout during planing. It turns, glues, and finishes well, and it also responds well to steam bending.
Common Uses:
- Fine / High-End Furniture
- Veneer
- Decorative Pieces
- Specialty Wood Items
- Musical Instruments
- Turned Objects
Black Limba is prized for its striking appearance and workability. The wood’s natural luster and striking patterns make it a favorite for decorative applications. It is also known as Korina and is frequently used in the manufacture of electric guitars.