Quarter cut
Bubinga veneer sheet quarter cut showing a straight grain and fine texture
Bubinga veneer quarter cut with a consistent and even grain pattern
Bubinga veneer sheet quarter cut featuring a uniform and natural texture
Sur quartier
Bubinga veneer sheet quarter cut showing a straight grain and fine texture
Bubinga veneer quarter cut with a consistent and even grain pattern
Bubinga veneer sheet quarter cut featuring a uniform and natural texture
Sur quartier
Bubinga veneer sheet quarter cut showing a straight grain and fine texture
Bubinga veneer quarter cut with a consistent and even grain pattern
Bubinga veneer sheet quarter cut featuring a uniform and natural texture

Bubinga veneer makes a strong statement, with deep tones ranging from pinkish-brown to rich red, often marked by natural contrasts that give the veneer a striking visual intensity. Its grain can reveal spectacular effects when well selected, bringing rhythm and depth to surfaces without losing elegance.

Native to Central Africa, bubinga has long been sought after for prestigious uses, particularly in the production of high-end furniture and musical instruments. Its density and resonance have made it a favored wood for certain drum shells and guitars, demonstrating its acoustic richness as much as its visual appeal. Today, in veneer form, it retains this distinctive character and is well suited for projects that fully embrace the strength of the material.

Species Profile

Origin

Ghana

Other Names

African rosewood, “Guibourtia Tessmannii”

Color Range

Pinkish-brown to deep reddish-brown, sometimes with darker undertones

Characteristics

Dense and very hard wood, offering excellent mechanical strength and a rich finish

Price Range

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Dimensions

Standard size 4′ × 8′; custom sizes available upon request

Machining

Good

Finishing

Good

CITES Status

CITES – Appendix II