Padauk bowl turning blank – 2" thick | Vibrant exotic hardwood from Africa
Bring colour and character to your next project with these padauk bowl blanks. Each blank is approximately 2" thick, with dimensions that may vary by ±1/4". Select the blank size you prefer from the dropdown menu above.
Padauk is a dense, durable hardwood from Central and West Africa, prized for its deep orange-red heartwood that darkens to a rich reddish brown with age. It turns beautifully and finishes to a smooth, glass-like polish.
Fun facts about padauk:
Padauk’s vibrant colour can shift from bright orange to deep burgundy when exposed to light — no stain required!
In some African cultures, padauk is called the “wood of kings” for its use in ceremonial carvings and instruments.
The photo shown is a typical representation. Your blanks will be selected at random and may differ slightly from the image shown.
Price per blank in Canadian dollars.