Rosebud Veneer
Fine Veneer & Plywood
Quilted Bubinga

Quilted Bubinga

Quilted Bubinga veneer sheets are displayed here in overlapping layers, revealing the wood's extraordinary figure in rich, warm taupe and sandy beige tones with subtle champagne highlights. The surface exhibits the signature quilted pattern — a mesmerizing, three-dimensional ripple effect created by undulating grain fibers that catch light in waves across the face of each sheet. Dark brown ribbon-like streaks run through the grain, adding depth and contrast against the lighter background. The edges of the sheets show the raw, slightly darker end grain, offering a glimpse of the wood's dense, tight cellular structure. At Rosebud Veneer and Plywood in Louisville, Kentucky, Quilted Bubinga represents one of the most visually dynamic species in our architectural inventory. That signature quilted figure — produced by irregular interlocked grain patterns native to Central and West African Bubinga trees — creates a surface that appears almost three-dimensional in shifting light conditions, making it a standout choice for executive boardroom feature walls, high-end hospitality millwork, custom cabinetry door faces, and statement furniture panels. The warm neutral tonality allows Quilted Bubinga to integrate beautifully with both contemporary and traditional interior palettes. With thirty years of architectural veneer expertise, Rosebud's team understands that a species this figured demands careful matching and sequencing to maximize visual impact. Book-matched or slip-matched Quilted Bubinga elevates any architectural surface to gallery-worthy status. Contact our Louisville showroom to request samples and speak with our specialists about availability, cut options, and custom sequenced flitch packages for your next project.

UsesVeneer, inlays, fine furniture, cabinetry, turnings, and other specialty items. Since Bubinga trees can grow so large, natural-edge slabs of the wood have also been used in tabletops and other specialized projects.
SourcesEquatorial Africa
Meta TitleQuilted Bubinga Wood Veneer | Rosebud Veneer
Sheet SizeCall for Available Sizes
Other NamesBubinga, Kevazingo
WorkabilityEasy to work overall, though depending upon the species Bubinga can have silica present, which can prematurely dull cutting edges. Also, on pieces with figured or interlocking grain, tearout can occur during planing or other machining operations. Gluing can occasionally be problematic due to Bubinga’s high density and natural oils. Turns and finishes well.
AvailabilityShould be moderately priced for an import. Figured grain patterns such as waterfall, pommele, etc. are likely to be much more expensive.
Grain TextureGrain can be straight, interlocked, wavy, or anything in between. (Veneer sheets also exhibit a wide range of grain patterns.) Texture is medium to fine, with a good natural luster.
CharacteristicsRanges from a pinkish red to a darker reddish brown with darker purple or black streaks. Sapwood is a pale straw color and is clearly demarcated from the heartwood. Bubinga is very frequently seen with a variety of figure, including: pommele, flamed, waterfall, quilted, mottled, etc.
Scientific NameGuibourtia demeusei
Price DescriptionGreat color with outstanding 3-D quilted figure. Wide widths available
Price Raw Wood Veneer5.25
Price Two Ply Wood Veneer9.25