Limba Lumber

Limba, also known as Korina, is a light African hardwood available as White Limba which is a plain white/golden color or as Black Limba which exhibits dramatic black-streaks. Wood Vendors offers White Limba nd Black Limba.   Popular in guitar bodies due to it's light weight it is also used for interior woodwork and turnings.  It’s easy to work, glue, and finish smoothly. While not durable outdoors, its indoor performance and beauty make it a versatile choice. Compare with Zebrawood Lumber or Aniegre Lumber.
KD, Rough, Random Widths 4"+, Random Lengths 6'+.
Limba Lumber Prices per Board Foot as of Feb 12, 2026
Description 100-249 B.F. 250-499 B.F. 500-999 B.F. 1000+ B.F.
4/4 Black Limba 9.75 6.50 5.50 4.75
8/4 Black Limba info icon 10.35 6.35 5.60 4.85
8/4 White Limba info icon 8.50 6.25 5.25 4.50
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Limba Lumber Appearance and Design Attributes

Primary Color Tone: white

  • Characteristics
    USES:  Furniture, cabinets, interiors, musical instruments, turning
    ORIGINS:  West Africa
    BOTANICAL NAME:  Terminalia superba
    COMMON NAME:  Black Limba, White Limba, Korina, Afara
    COLOR DETAILS:  Heartwood is a light yellowish to golden brown with grey to black streaks. Wood with darker figuring is referred to as Black Limba, while plain unfigured wood is called White Limba. Sapwood is a pale greyish to yellowish brown, not clearly demarcated from
    WEIGHT:  2.85 lbs. per BF
    WORKABILITY:  Easy to work with both hand and machine tools. Contains a small amount of silica, but blunting effect on cutters is usually small. Glues and finishes well.
  • Capabilities

    Limba Lumber for Sale

    Limba lumber, also known as Terminalia superba, has several notable capabilities: Workability: Limba is easy to work with both hand and machine tools. It contains a small amount of silica, but the blunting effect on cutters is usually small. Finishing: Limba glues and finishes well, with a moderate natural luster12. Its base color takes on a more golden tone under a clear lacquer finish. Applications: Limba is often used for veneer, plywood, furniture, musical instruments (primarily electric guitar bodies), and turned objects1. It became quite popular with US electric guitar builders after being glamorized by Gibson Guitars in 19582. However, it’s important to note that Limba is rated as non-durable and is also susceptible to insect attack12. This means it may not be the best choice for applications where it would be exposed to the elements and potential pests. Despite its non-durability, Limba is generally quite easy to work with and finishes well.
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