WX-10
WENGE (Awoung, Dikela, Mibotu, Bokonge, Tshikalakala, Nson-so, Palissandre du congo)
From Africa; Zaire, Cameroon, Congo and Gabon.
Color is dark brown with fine, closely spaced, black veins and fine white lines. The
grain is fairly straight to slightly roey. The wood is medium to coarse in texture with a
low luster.
Common uses include heavy construction, shipbuilding, musical instruments, fine
furniture, parquet flooring and sounding boards.
Specific Gravity is .91 (very dense). Turning characteristics are good.