Lumber prices / Wenge
Wenge Price per Board Foot
Wenge is nearly black with fine pale lines, and it is the wood people reach for when they want dark without dye. It is hard, coarse, and splintery to handle, and the splinters are notorious for causing infections, so wear gloves.
Typical price per board foot$14 – $25
TypeHardwood (Imported)
Density (12% MC)54 lb/ft³
Weight per board foot4.5 lb
Janka hardness1,930 lbf
Common usesFurniture, accents, flooring, musical instruments
What common boards cost
Board feet times the price per board foot. These use the $14 to $25 range above.
| Board | Board feet | Est. cost |
|---|---|---|
| 1 x 6 x 8 ft | 4.00 | $56 – $100 |
| 1 x 8 x 8 ft | 5.33 | $75 – $133 |
| 2 x 4 x 8 ft | 5.33 | $75 – $133 |
To price a full order, put $20 (or your dealer's number) into the board foot calculator and add every board to the tally.
Hardwoods with similar hardness
Wenge rates 1,930 lbf on the Janka scale. These sit closest to it, so they take similar wear and usually swap in without changing how the piece holds up. Price is often the deciding factor.
| Species | Janka | Per board foot |
|---|---|---|
| African Padauk | 1,970 lbf | $9 – $16 |
| Zebrawood | 1,830 lbf | $14 – $25 |
| Hickory | 1,820 lbf | $5 – $8 |
| Hard Maple | 1,450 lbf | $5 – $9 |
Full range on the lumber prices page, and weight per board foot if shipping or floor load matters.
Frequently asked questions
- How much does wenge cost per board foot?
- Wenge commonly runs about $14 to $25 per board foot at retail, with wide, thick, or figured boards costing more. This is a planning range, not a quote, so confirm with your dealer.
- How much does wenge weigh?
- About 4.5 pounds per board foot kiln-dried, based on an average density of 54 lb/ft³ at 12% moisture content. Green stock weighs more.
- Is wenge a hardwood or a softwood?
- Wenge is a hardwood (imported), with a Janka hardness of 1,930 lbf.