Black and white ebony (Diospyros embryopteris) is an exotic wood with color that will vary, usually uniformly black with light-colored bands, pale to medium brown zones, or with marked contrast between almost white and black wood. The wood has a fine texture with mostly straight grain....
Details
- Black with light bands
- Fine texture
- Straight grain
- Takes a high finish
- Turns well
Due to the nature of wood movement, shrinkage and expansion are possible. Please measure each piece carefully before starting any project.
Wood is a product of nature, and as such, no two pieces are alike to start with, while the same wood growing in different locales can vary greatly even though it is the exact same species.
Thin Stock. The thin stock is cut to size from quality, kiln-dried stock. Dimensions are +/- 1/8" of size listed.
Carving and Turning Blocks. Blocks are sawn to +/- ¼" of size listed.
Plywood. Sizes are nominal. Dimensions are +/- 1/8" of size listed.
Reviews
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Love This Wood
At Against the Grain Wood Studio we use Tiger Ebony to craft some of our high quality Wood Plugs & Tunnels Ear Gauges. My Favorite Wood! http://www.woodvilleusa.com
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Nice piece of wood!
Great price, wish it was on sale always!
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Great trial size and will order more
My sample turned well and I can think of multiple uses. The initial intent was a utensil handle but will settle for a pen.
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