Zebrawood

Zebrawood Veneer — A Statement in Nature's Contrast This stunning zebrawood veneer panel showcases one of the most visually dramatic species in the architectural wood world. The face presents a pale cream to warm sandy-tan field, sliced to reveal dramatically narrow, near-parallel dark espresso and charcoal streaks running vertically the full length of the panel. The grain pattern is exceptionally fine and consistent, with the characteristic tight, linear striping that gives zebrawood its name — oscillating between soft ivory blonde tones and deep brown-black lines with remarkable regularity. A subtle luminosity in the center of the panel suggests a slight figure beneath the surface, adding depth and movement to what is already a high-contrast, high-impact material. At Rosebud Veneer and Plywood in Louisville, Kentucky, we source zebrawood veneer that meets the exacting standards of architects and interior designers who demand both visual impact and technical consistency. This panel exemplifies the species at its finest — the striping is uniform without being mechanical, the background tone is clean and bright, and the overall character reads as bold yet refined. Whether specified for executive millwork, custom cabinetry, feature wall panels, or high-end furniture case goods, zebrawood delivers an unmistakable presence that no stain or finish can replicate. With thirty years of architectural veneer expertise, Rosebud Veneer and Plywood offers zebrawood alongside rift white oak, quartersawn walnut, fumed eucalyptus, and dozens of other carefully curated species. Contact our Louisville showroom to request samples and let our team guide your next specification.

UsesZebrawood is frequently quartersawn and used as veneer. Other uses include: tool handles, furniture, boatbuilding, and skis.

SourcesWest Africa

Meta TitleZebrawood Wood Veneer | Rosebud Veneer

Sheet SizeCall for Available Sizes

Other NamesZebrano

WorkabilityThe wood saws well, but can be very difficult to plane or surface due to the prevalence of interlocking grain. Tearout is common. Zebrawood glues and finishes well, though a transparent pore filler may be necessary for the large open pores which occur on both dark and light surfaces.

AvailabilityZebrawood tends to be fairly expensive, though usually not as prohibitively expensive as other exotics such as Ebony or Rosewood.

Grain TextureHas a fairly coarse texture and open pores. Grain is usually wavy or interlocked.

CharacteristicsHeartwood is a light brown or cream color with dark blackish brown streaks vaguely resembling a zebra's stripes. Depending on whether the wood is flatsawn or quartersawn, the stripes can be either chaotic and wavy (flatsawn), or somewhat uniform (quartersawn).

Scientific NameMicroberlinia brazzavillensis

Price DescriptionCream background with Dark brown stripes

Price Raw Wood Veneer3.25

Price Two Ply Wood Veneer7.5

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