Katalox — Mexican Ebony Exotic Hardwood Lumber

Katalox, commonly known as Mexican Ebony, is an exceptionally dense exotic hardwood prized for its deep dark brown, purple-brown, and nearly black coloration. Its rich color and fine texture give finished projects an elegant, high-end appearance reminiscent of true ebony.

Katalox is extremely hard and durable, making it especially attractive for projects requiring both strength and dramatic dark natural color.

Ideal For:

• Fine furniture
• Decorative boxes
• Handles and tool components
• Woodturning
• Inlays and accent strips
• Musical instrument components
• Specialty woodworking projects

Why Woodworkers Choose Katalox

Katalox provides woodworkers with a naturally dark, dense, premium hardwood capable of taking a very smooth finish and polish. It creates beautiful contrast alongside lighter woods such as Maple, Canarywood, Osage Orange, and other colorful hardwoods.

Because of its exceptional density and hardness, sharp carbide or high-quality cutting tools are recommended when machining Katalox.

Common Names: Katalox / Mexican Ebony
Species: Swartzia cubensis
Origin: Mexico & Central America
Wood Type: Exotic hardwood
Color: Dark reddish brown to purple-brown and nearly black
Grain: Usually straight with fine, even texture
Best Uses: Turning, furniture, handles, instruments, inlays and specialty projects

Each board naturally varies in darkness, grain and coloration.

An outstanding choice for woodworkers searching for Mexican Ebony, Katalox lumber, dark exotic hardwood, and dense specialty woodworking lumber.

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