8/4 African Padauk Lumber – 5-Pack | Kiln-Dried Exotic Hardwood | S2S
African Padauk is one of the most visually striking exotic hardwoods available, 8/4 padauk is a solid, substantial, brilliant orange-red showstopper. Freshly machined surfaces glow with an intensity that few other species can match, and as Padauk ages and is exposed to light, that vivid orange deepens into rich reds and warm browns that only add to its character. With a Janka hardness rating of ~1,725 lbf, it combines exceptional hardness with natural decay and insect resistance making it one of the best value exotic hardwoods available. With 8/4 Padauk, you have the depth to build bold, substantial pieces where it's colour and density can both be fully appreciated.
This 8/4 stock is surfaced 2 sides (S2S) to 1-7/8" and machines cleanly, glues well, and holds crisp edges with sharp tooling. A UV-inhibiting finish is recommended for pieces in direct light to slow the colour transition and preserve the vivid orange tone for longer.
What's Included in This 5-Pack?
- 5 pieces of 8/4 African Padauk lumber, surfaced 2 sides (S2S) to 1-7/8"
- Widths: your choice of 4–6" or 6"-8"
- Available in 24" or 48" lengths
- Kiln-dried and hand-selected for colour intensity and grain character
What Is 8/4 African Padauk Used For?
8/4 African Padauk is used for bold, high-impact builds. Common uses include thick contrasting laminations and statement tabletops, solid guitar bodies and musical instrument builds, heavy turned bowls, sculptural accent pieces, cutting boards and butcher blocks, and thick decorative panels
Working with thinner stock? See our 4/4 African Padauk 5-Pack for inlays, accent strips, knife handles, and lighter decorative builds.
All packs ship free to Canada and the US.
Bring bold colour and exceptional hardness to your next build — order your 8/4 African Padauk 5-pack today.
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