Hardwood

Wenge Wood

Wenge, scientifically known as Millettia laurentii, is an elegant and sophisticated wood. Specifically, this timber is sourced from forests in Central and West Africa that are renowned for their ideal growth conditions and exceptional technical characteristics.

As a result of its remarkable strength, distinctive dark grain pattern, and remarkable workability, wenge is an ideal material for a variety of applications, including fine furniture crafting, musical instruments, and high-end architectural projects.

Hardwood

Wenge Wood Facts

  • Common Name(s) Wenge
  • Scientific Name Millettia laurentii
  • Distribution Central Africa
  • Tree Size 60-90 ft (18-27 m) tall, 3-4 ft (1-1.2 m) trunk diameter
  • Janka Hardness According to the Janka hardness scale, wenge has a rating of approximately 1630 pounds-force (pounds-force). As a result of its exceptional hardness, it can withstand wear and impact, making it ideal for high-traffic areas.
  • Average Dried Weight 54 lbs/ft3 (870 kg/m3)
  • Pricing/Availability Available in wide boards and veneer sheets. Prices are high, and are likely to remain so as supplies dwindle.
  • Color/Appearance Wenge wood is medium brown, sometimes with a reddish or yellowish hue, with nearly black streaks. Upon application of a wood finish (particularly an oil finish) the wood can become nearly black.
  • Durability Its natural durability makes Wenge an excellent choice for fine woodwork and assures long-term performance.
  • Exotic Appeal Its exotic allure makes Wenge an excellent choice for projects that require both style and substance.
  • Workability Can be difficult to work with hand and machine tools. Blunts tool edges. Sands unevenly due to differences in density between light and dark areas. Very splintery—care must be used when handling unfinished wood with bare hands, as splinters have an increased risk of infection. Very large pores can be difficult to fill if a perfectly smooth/level finish is desired.

Wenge
Applications

Usually pronounced WHEN-gii or WHEN-ghay, the wood has excellent strength and hardness properties, and is also dark enough to be used as a substitute for ebony.

  • Furniture
  • Interior Paneling
  • Cabinetry
  • Doors and Windows
  • Veneer
  • Millwork and Molding
  • Musical Instruments

Our wide range of Products:

Since its inception, Sumanglam Wood’s primary focus has been sourcing top-quality timber. In the early 1990s, we expanded our operations to include timber imports from various global regions, including New Zealand, Australia, Canada, Ecuador, Colombia, Ghana, Nigeria, Tanzania, and Malaysia, among others.

We also set up a network of warehouses after establishing our manufacturing facility in Gujarat. Our strategically located warehouses facilitate the trade of a wide range of products, including plywood, doors, and shutters. The success of our company can be attributed to its ability to establish itself as a niche player in the wholesale timber market of India within a relatively short period of time. We developed an extensive customer base by establishing wholesale units and establishing partnerships in five major Indian cities, serving wholesalers as well as leading developers in the country.

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