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Hand-selected by woodworkers
Project-ready quality
You get exactly what you see
Add vibrant colour and unmistakable presence to your next project with Padauk.
Famous for its brilliant orange red hue, Padauk is an exotic hardwood that makes a statement the moment it is machined. Freshly cut surfaces glow with intensity, while exposure over time deepens the colour into rich reds and warm browns. Its straight grain and solid feel make it both visually striking and satisfying to work with.
Ideal for accent pieces, furniture, cutting boards, musical instruments, and statement details, Padauk brings energy and contrast that few woods can match.
✅ Colour and Grain
Bright orange to red heartwood with straight to slightly interlocked grain and subtle texture
✅ Workability
Machines cleanly, glues well, and holds crisp edges with sharp tooling
✅ Design Impact
Perfect for bold accents, contrasting laminations, and modern designs that demand attention
🔧 Colour Change Over Time
Padauk darkens with light exposure, transitioning from vivid orange to deeper red brown tones
🌲 Exotic and Durable
Naturally resistant to decay and insects, making it suitable for interior and select exterior applications
📚 Material Insight
Padauk has long been used in fine furniture, carvings, and musical instruments thanks to its stability and striking colour
• Janka Hardness: ~1725 lbs
• Density: ~50 lbs per ft³
• Thickness: 8/4 2 inch rough, skip dressed to showcase colour
• Origin: Central and West Africa
• 5 pieces per pack
• Widths: 6 to 8 inches
• Lengths: Choose from 24 inches or 48 inches
Skip dressed to highlight its vivid natural colour, these Padauk boards are ideal for projects where bold contrast and durability are the goal.
Not 100% satisfied? We’ll replace it, refund it, or fix it — whatever it takes
From a single standout board to full retail or renovation projects, we’ve helped over 3,000 Canadian woodworkers bring their vision to life.
Whether you’re a first-time DIYer, a contractor building custom interiors, or a designer sourcing unique wood for a client — we have the experience, selection, and support to get you exactly what you need.
