{"title":"Bubinga Exotic Hardwood Lumber \u0026 Slabs","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eLuxurious, dense, and richly coloured, bubinga is an exotic hardwood prized for its strength, natural lustre, and striking grain patterns. We offer select bubinga lumber and turning blanks ideal for fine furniture, high-end cabinetry, musical instruments, and specialty woodworking projects that demand both beauty and performance. Native to Africa, bubinga features deep reddish-brown tones with purple hues and dramatic figuring, often including flamed or waterfall grain patterns. It machines well, finishes to a high polish, and offers excellent dimensional stability—making it a top choice for woodworkers seeking a combination of visual impact and durability. As a proudly Canadian company, Windsor Plywood is your trusted source for rare and hard-to-find wood species. With expert advice and personalized service, we’ll help you find the perfect piece of bubinga to make your next project as bold and refined as the wood itself.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"bubinga-hardwood-lumber","title":"Bubinga Hardwood Lumber","description":"\u003cp\u003eBubinga -- sometimes called African Rosewood -- is prized for its rich red-brown colour and the dramatic figured grain (waterfall, pommelé) on quartersawn faces. Turns, carves, and finishes beautifully. Available at Windsor Plywood locations across Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBubinga -- Red-brown heartwood, often with dramatic figured grain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStraight to interlocked, medium-coarse texture grain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJanka hardness: 1,720 lbf\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKiln-dried -- confirm surfacing options at your local branch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eSpecies\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eBubinga\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eCentral Africa\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eJanka Hardness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003e1,720 lbf\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eColour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eRed-brown heartwood, often with dramatic figured grain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eGrain\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eStraight to interlocked, medium-coarse texture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eDrying\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eKiln-dried\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eAvailability\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eIn-store -- confirm sizes and surfacing options\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCommon Uses\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBubinga is used for fine furniture, tabletops, turned vessels, musical instruments (drums, guitar bodies), architectural millwork. Confirm available sizes and stock at your local Windsor Plywood location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePro Tips\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAsk in-store about figured vs. plain-sawn bubinga. Figured stock (pommelé, waterfall) is dramatically more visual -- and more expensive -- than plain-sawn. Clear oil or lacquer enhances the natural red tones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcclimate lumber in your workspace for 48-72 hours before milling to allow the wood to adjust to ambient temperature and humidity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is bubinga called African Rosewood?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe colour and density are similar to true rosewoods, but bubinga is a different genus. More available and less expensive than genuine rosewood.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Windsor Plywood","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50093126123818,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0927\/8622\/9546\/files\/BubingaHardwoodLumber-CloseUp.jpg?v=1746212592"},{"product_id":"bubinga-cabinet-wood","title":"Bubinga Cabinet Wood","description":"\u003cp\u003eBubinga Cabinet Plywood brings the character of real bubinga veneer to cabinet and furniture construction in an engineered panel format. Red-brown -- sometimes called African Rosewood with a hardwood core, it provides the dimensional stability of engineered construction with the appearance of solid bubinga. Standard 4 x 8 ft sheets, sanded both sides, cabinet-grade quality. Available at Windsor Plywood locations across Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Bubinga face veneer -- red-brown -- sometimes called african rosewood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardwood core for dimensional stability across humidity changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSanded both sides (S2S) -- ready for finishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRich, warm red-brown with potential for dramatic figured grain on quartersawn sheets. Premium exotic panel for high-end cabinetry and furniture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard 4 x 8 ft sheets -- confirm current thicknesses at your local branch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eFace Species\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eBubinga\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eCore Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eHardwood core\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eSheet Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003e4 x 8 ft (122cm x 244cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eSurface\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eSanded both sides (S2S)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eGrade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eCabinet-grade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eThicknesses\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eConfirm at your local branch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eAvailability\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eIn-store -- some thicknesses may be special order\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCommon Uses\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBubinga Cabinet Plywood is used for cabinet carcase boxes, face frames, drawer fronts, cabinet doors, furniture panels, built-ins, and wall panelling where a bubinga face is the design intent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePro Tips\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear oil or lacquer enhances the natural red tones. Avoid dark stains.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrient grain direction consistently across all panels in a project for a unified appearance. Mark grain direction on the back of each sheet before cutting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut with the veneer face up using a fine-tooth blade (60T+) to minimize tearout on the show surface. Apply painter's tape over the cut line for the cleanest edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat finish works best on bubinga plywood?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClear oil or lacquer enhances the natural red tones. Avoid dark stains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this available in half sheets?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHalf-sheet availability varies by branch. Contact your local Windsor Plywood to confirm.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Windsor Plywood","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50093140640042,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0927\/8622\/9546\/files\/702-0150-BUBINGA-18MM.jpg?v=1746213535"},{"product_id":"bubinga-live-edge-lumber","title":"Bubinga Live Edge Lumber","description":"\u003cp\u003eBubinga Live Edge Lumber brings the raw, natural character of solid bubinga to furniture, countertops, shelving, and statement pieces. Red-brown with dramatic grain and figure -- sometimes called African Rosewood. Each live edge slab retains the natural profile of the tree, making every piece genuinely unique in shape, grain, and figure. Kiln-dried for dimensional stability. Visit your local Windsor Plywood location to select your slab in person -- live edge pieces are best chosen by eye.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBubinga species -- Red-brown with dramatic grain and figure -- sometimes called African Rosewood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLive edge retained -- natural tree profile preserved for an organic, one-of-a-kind appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach slab is unique in shape, width, grain, and character -- no two pieces are identical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKiln-dried for dimensional stability -- less movement after installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for dining tables, countertops, shelving, desks, benches, and feature furniture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm current slab inventory, dimensions, and pricing at your local Windsor Plywood location\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eSpecies\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eBubinga\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eCut\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eLive edge -- natural edge retained\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eDrying Method\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eKiln-dried\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eVaries by slab -- confirm current inventory at your local branch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eAvailability\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eIn-store -- slab inventory varies by location. Visit in person to select your piece.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCommon Uses\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eBubinga Live Edge Lumber is used for dining tables, coffee tables, desk tops, kitchen islands, countertops, floating shelves, mantels, headboards, and any furniture or interior application where a natural, organic wood statement is the design intent. The live edge and natural figure of bubinga make each piece a functional work of art.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003ePro Tips\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelect your slab in person at the Windsor Plywood branch where possible. Live edge slabs vary significantly in shape, width, and character -- what is available changes as new stock arrives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow live edge slabs to acclimate in your space for several days before working or installing. Large solid slabs can move significantly with changes in humidity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFill any cracks, voids, or bark inclusions with clear or tinted epoxy before finishing. This stabilises the slab and produces a clean finished surface while preserving the natural character of the live edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs each slab truly unique?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Every live edge slab retains the natural profile of the tree it came from. No two pieces are identical in shape, width, grain, or figure. Visit your local Windsor Plywood location to select your piece in person.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I finish a live edge slab?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHardwax oils such as Rubio Monocoat or Osmo Polyx enhance the natural grain and colour of bubinga without adding a plastic film. For high-use surfaces like countertops, epoxy resin topcoats provide maximum durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I get a slab cut to a custom size?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eConfirm cutting options with your local Windsor Plywood location. Availability of custom cutting services varies by branch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is epoxy used for on live edge slabs?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEpoxy is used to fill cracks, voids, and live edge bark inclusions. It can be clear or tinted to complement the wood colour. EcoPoxy products are available at Windsor Plywood for live edge finishing applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Windsor Plywood","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50093198311722,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0927\/8622\/9546\/files\/Bubinga-LiveEdge-Slabs.jpg?v=1744081180"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0927\/8622\/9546\/collections\/Bubinga-LiveEdge-Table.jpg?v=1746294963","url":"https:\/\/www.windsorplywood.com\/collections\/bubinga\/plywood-sheet-goods.oembed","provider":"Windsor Plywood","version":"1.0","type":"link"}