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Wenge
| Property | Wenge Millettia laurentii |
|---|---|
| Type | Hardwood |
| Cost | $$$$ · Exotic |
| Hardness | 1930 lbf |
| Workability | Fair |
| Seasonal movement | Small |
| Outdoor-friendly | No |
| Origin | Imported (West Africa) |
| Commonly built | Contrast inlay strips, Modern coffee tables, Guitar fretboards, Turned vases, Accent panels |
| Overview | Nearly black, dense, and dramatic. A premium accent and contrast wood, gorgeous, but splintery and demanding to finish. |