PADOUK (Pterocarpus soyauxii / Pterocarpus mildbraedii soyauxii)
Common Names: African Padouk, Vermillion, Padauk
Origin: Central and West Africa (notably Gabon, Cameroon, Congo)

Description:
Padouk is a highly decorative and durable tropical hardwood known for its vivid red to deep orange heartwood, which darkens beautifully with age to a rich mahogany or purplish-brown. Its striking color, combined with excellent mechanical properties and natural durability, makes it a favorite for high-end joinery, luxury flooring, and artistic woodwork.

Technical Specifications

Color & Appearance

• Heartwood: Bright red, coral, or orange when freshly cut; darkens to brownish purple or deep mahogany with exposure

• Sapwood: Pale yellow to cream, clearly demarcated

• Grain: Usually straight to interlocked; fine to medium texture

• Natural Luster: High — polishes to an attractive sheen

Common Applications

• High-end furniture and cabinetry

• Interior and exterior joinery

• Flooring (residential and commercial)

• Turnery, carving, musical instruments

• Boat interiors and architectural detailing

Environmental & Certification Info

At Timber Experts Global Holdings, our Padouk timber is responsibly harvested from legal and sustainable sources. We offer FSC® and PEFC™ certified options to support environmentally conscious construction and manufacturing.