Padauk Exotic Hardwood Lumber

African Padauk is a vibrant exotic hardwood prized for its naturally brilliant orange, reddish-orange, and deep red coloration. Freshly cut Padauk can be remarkably vivid and gradually develops deeper reddish-brown tones as it ages and is exposed to light.

Its combination of color, strength, stability, and workability has made Padauk a favorite among furniture makers, turners, cutting-board makers, and woodworkers looking for dramatic natural contrast.

Ideal For:

• Cutting boards & charcuterie boards
• Furniture and cabinetry
• Boxes and decorative projects
• Accent strips and contrasting laminations
• Woodturning projects
• Handles and specialty pieces
• Custom woodworking

Why Woodworkers Choose Padauk

Padauk provides intense natural color without requiring stain or dye. It pairs beautifully with lighter woods such as Maple and Canarywood or darker species such as Walnut and Wenge.

It generally machines, sands, turns, and finishes well with sharp woodworking tools and can produce an exceptionally attractive finished surface.

Species: African Padauk (Pterocarpus soyauxii)
Origin: Central & West Africa
Wood Type: Exotic hardwood
Color: Orange-red to deep reddish brown
Grain: Straight to interlocked with medium-to-coarse texture
Best Uses: Furniture, cutting boards, turning, boxes, accents and specialty projects

Natural color, grain, and darker streaking will vary between individual boards. Padauk will also naturally darken with age and exposure to UV light.

A beautiful choice for woodworkers searching for colorful exotic hardwood lumber with bold natural color and excellent versatility.

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