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Red Zebrawood (Ebiara)

Red Zebrawood, also known as Ebiara, is an exotic hardwood recognized for its warm reddish-brown tones accented by darker, zebra-like striping. With a striking, naturally patterned grain and good workability, it’s commonly used for decorative furniture, veneers, and turning projects where bold visual character is desired.

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Ebiara (Berinia spp.)

Pricing

Moderately Expensive

Hardness

1280

Janka

Distribution

West Africa

Availability

Some difficulty to source

Appearance

Ebiara is a stunning wood that can range from a golden yellow brown colour to deep reddish brown with dark black streaks or stripes.

Workability

Often the wood grain is interlocked so working with hand tools can be difficult while the quartersawn can be downright nasty for tearout. Ebiara turns well and has no issues with gluing or finishing.

Uses

Often used for wood turning or small decorative objects. It is also found in furniture and cabinet making.

Additional Comments

Ebiara is sometimes referred to as Red Zebrawood, and for a good reason. The two species are closely related and have a similar feel.

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Why choose Red Zebrawood (Ebiara)?

Red Zebrawood, also known as Ebiara, is a wood that makes an immediate impression. It has a warm reddish brown base with darker streaks running through it in a pattern that gives it that zebra like appearance it is named for. It is dense, hard, and naturally resistant to wear which makes it a solid choice for flooring, furniture, and decorative accents where you want something that stands out without needing any help from stain or finish. The grain can be interlocked which gives it a ribbon like figure when quartersawn that adds even more visual interest to an already striking wood. It finishes well and has a natural luster that brings the contrast between the base color and the streaking to life. Red Zebrawood is not the most common wood you will find in a shop but when you do come across it the figure speaks for itself.

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