Padauk

Padauk Hardwood Planks

Padauk (Pterocarpus soyauxii), also known as African Padauk or Vermillion, is one of the most vivid and striking hardwoods available. Famous for its brilliant orange-red colour that gradually mellows to a rich reddish-brown over time, Padauk is a bold and beautiful choice for furniture, flooring, and decorative woodworking.

Key Characteristics

  • Colour: Vivid orange-red when freshly cut, mellowing to a deep reddish-brown with age and light exposure
  • Grain: Straight to interlocked with a coarse, open texture
  • Hardness: Hard and dense — excellent durability
  • Workability: Good — works well with hand and machine tools; finishes smoothly

Common Uses

  • Furniture and cabinetry
  • Flooring and decorative panelling
  • Musical instruments — guitar bodies and necks
  • Turned objects and decorative accents

Padauk from The Wood Room is a showstopper in any project. Browse our vibrant planks and bring a burst of natural colour to your next creation.