Padauk
Scientific Name: Pterocarpus soyauxii
A vibrant coral-red hardwood that ages to deep reddish-brown. Excellent stability and workability make it perfect for furniture, flooring, and turning.
tuneTechnical Specifications
Color / Appearance
Vivid reddish-orange when freshly cut, aging to deep reddish-brown. Dramatic color transformation over time.
Grain / Texture
Grain is straight to interlocked. Medium to coarse texture with good natural luster.
Average Dried Weight
745 kg/m³ (46 lbs/ft³)
Janka Hardness
1,970 lbf (8,760 N)
Workability
Good workability with both hand and machine tools. Turns well. May cause slight blunting of cutting edges. Finishes beautifully.
Origin
publicCameroon, Central Africa
chairCommon Applications
Fine Furniture
Vibrant color makes stunning accent pieces and full furniture.
Turning & Carving
Excellent for decorative turned items, handles, and carvings.
Flooring
Highly durable and stable for residential and commercial flooring.
Sustainability Promise
Padauk is relatively abundant. Our harvest follows sustainable forestry guidelines with regeneration requirements.
We work with FSC®-certified forests ensuring proper management and community benefit sharing.
Sustainable