Padauk Bowl Blank

Padauk is a striking exotic hardwood instantly recognisable for its vivid orange-red colour — one of the most vibrant natural tones found in any timber. It mellows over time to a rich reddish-brown, but freshly worked it is truly eye-catching. Dense and stable with a straight to interlocked grain, it turns very well on the lathe and produces a naturally smooth, lustrous surface that needs little effort to bring to a superb finish.

Wood Characteristics

• Species: African Padauk (Pterocarpus soyauxii)
• Origin: West / Central Africa
• Colour: Vivid orange-red when freshly cut, mellowing to rich reddish-brown with age
• Grain: Straight to interlocked — controlled cuts recommended for best finish
• Working properties: Turns very well, sands to a naturally lustrous surface, takes oils and waxes beautifully

Supplied

• Cut square for easy mounting
• Ends waxed to minimise moisture loss and reduce checking
• Sizes are approximate and shown in inches (length × width × thickness)