Ebony is a dense, hard, and durable hardwood with many characteristics, including:
Color: Ebony heartwood is jet black with little to no visible grain. The dark color comes from high levels of melanin in the wood.
Density: Ebony is one of the densest woods in the world, with a specific gravity of 1.2 or more. It’s so dense that it sinks in water.
Hardness: Ebony is extremely hard and strong, with a Janka hardness of 2700–12030.
Texture: Ebony has a fine, smooth texture that holds intricate details well.
Stability: Ebony is stable and doesn’t warp or twist easily.
Resistance: Ebony is naturally resistant to rot, decay, and insect damage.
Grain: Many species of ebony have an interlocked grain.
Odor: Some species of ebony have a pleasant, aromatic odor when freshly cut.
Finish: Ebony finishes to a mirror shine.
