Padauk

Padauk is one of the most visually arresting exotic hardwoods available — freshly cut boards blaze a vivid orange-red that slowly deepens to a rich reddish-brown over time. The color transformation is dramatic and beautiful. Grain is typically straight to interlocked with a coarse texture. It machines cleanly, glues well, and finishes beautifully. One of the more affordable exotics, which makes it a favorite for projects where color is the focal point.

Available via preorder. Reserve your boards before the next group order closes.

Latin name: Pterocarpus soyauxii
Janka hardness: 1,725 lbf
Origin: Central & West Africa
Avg. dried weight: 47 lbs / ft³
Workability: Very good

Common uses: Furniture · Turning · Accent panels · Musical instruments · Knife handles · Inlay work