Acacia Hardwood Characteristics. It has a reddish brown deep hue although there is a complete range of colors from light brown to dark red. No two acacia slabs are alike. Babul and acacia as a whole has a naturally fine texture also considered a smooth finish.
It s highly scratch resistant in comparison to other hardwoods. Typically found on the savannahs of south africa the top of the trees resemble a ledge.
Typically found on the savannahs of south africa the top of the trees resemble a ledge.
Density greatly variable some species can be very heavy and hard though most commercial species are of moderate weight. Although the different types greatly vary in properties but some inherent characteristics attached with the acacia wood are as follows. The tree is prized for its variety of grains which ranges from plain to curly to deep fiddleback. Acacia hardwood is quick drying but experiences cupping and other forms of warping.
