Macassar-Ebony

Trade Name :
Macassar, Ebony, Marble Wood

Origin :
Celebes Islands (East Indies)

Uses :
Highest quality architectural woodwork, inlays and musical instruments.

Properties :
The wood is black with brown regular or irregular reddish-brown to green-brown streaks. The wood has a distinct sheen and is most decorative.

Jointing :
Glue joints are easy to produce and hold well. Nail joints are very difficult to produce and screw joints must be pre-drilled.