Padauk is a popular hardwood among hobbyist woodworkers because of its unique color and relatively low cost. It also occupies a sweet spot in density where it’s sufficiently hard and dense for higher …

Dec 18, 2024 · All seven species we recognize as padauk belong to the genus Pterocarpus. African padauk (P. soyauxi), sometimes referred to as vermillion, is the only padauk species readily available …

Thus, Padauk remains a reasonably priced exotic import with aesthetics that can be, at times, quite stunning and vibrant. Its texture is similar to African Mahogany, being slightly open grained with large …

May 13, 2025 · Padauk is used for furniture, flooring, cabinetry, musical instruments, cutting boards, tool handles, veneers, and decorative inlays. Its durability makes it suitable for outdoor projects and high …

Padauk, native to Africa, is a versatile hardwood known for its vibrant orange-red to reddish-brown heartwood, which darkens to a rich burgundy or brown with age and exposure to light.

Padauk elicits all the joys of woodworking between its color, and ease of routing, cutting, sanding and finishing. You'll want to use this one in your most decorative projects like keepsake boxes, musical …

Top quality Padauk hardwood—In stock and ready to ship. Two ways to buy Padauk lumber: Order by piece. Choose your size. This option comes surfaced on four sides and is trimmed to width. Order in …

Aug 17, 2025 · Padauk wood originates from trees belonging to the Pterocarpus genus, found across two distinct continents: Africa and Asia. African Padauk, primarily sourced from the species …

Jun 22, 2023 · Padauk is a hardwood of the Pterocarpus genus. Padauk has many species, of which African Padauk is the most famous. It is a brownish red colour wood with good natural strength and …

Padauk is an exotic wood with deep maroon color. The grain of the African Padauk is typically straight, however it will be interlocked. Padauk wood is generally simple to work with, that's why Padauk is …