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African Padauk Bowl Blank – Vibrant Red Exotic Hardwood – Kiln Dried

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Turn heads with the stunning blood-red beauty of genuine African Padauk. These kiln-dried bowl blanks are ready to turn immediately, featuring a vibrant orange-red to deep red heartwood that adds instant drama to bowls, platters, and art pieces. Known for excellent turning properties and a natural luster that polishes to a beautiful, glossy finish, Padauk delivers both breathtaking color and exceptional performance.

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About This Product

Add a burst of vibrant color to your workshop with African Padauk (Pterocarpus soyauxii) bowl blanks. Also known as Vermillion, this extraordinary exotic hardwood is prized for its stunning bright orange-red to deep blood-red heartwood that commands attention in any project. Known for its excellent turning properties and natural luster, Padauk cuts cleanly and polishes to a beautiful, almost glossy finish. Kiln-dried to 6‑7% moisture content, these blanks are dimensionally stable and ready for your finest turning projects — from striking art bowls and platters to jewelry boxes and decorative vessels.

Specifications

  • Wood Name: African Padauk, Vermillion, Padauk
  • Botanical Name: Pterocarpus soyauxii
  • Length: Available in 4 – 10 inches
  • Width: Available in 4 – 10 inches
  • Thickness: Available in 2 inches
  • Dried: Yes, Kiln Dried
  • Moisture Content: 6‑7%

Features

  • Stunning bright orange-red to deep blood-red heartwood color
  • Medium to coarse texture with straight to interlocked grain
  • Excellent stability and good dimensional behavior
  • Kiln-dried to 6‑7% MC for immediate use and long-term stability
  • Natural luster that polishes to a beautiful, glossy finish
  • Every blank exhibits unique grain patterns and color intensity

Workability & Performance

  • Excellent turning properties: Cuts cleanly and smoothly with sharp tools
  • Moderate density: Good balance of durability and workability
  • Sands beautifully: Responds well to sanding; natural luster emerges quickly
  • Finishing: Use UV-blocking finish to slow color change, or embrace natural deepening to rich burgundy
  • Color note: Vibrant red will slowly mellow to deeper burgundy-brown with UV exposure

Notes

  • Natural variations in grain and color make each piece unique.
  • Freshly cut surfaces show brightest red; color deepens with age and light exposure.
  • May contain minimal natural oils that can affect gluing — wipe with solvent before glue-up.
  • Please measure each piece carefully before starting any project.
  • Dimensions are approximate and may vary by ±⅛".
  • Photo is representative; you will receive a similar blank.

Shipping & Returns

  • Your order will be on its way within 2 - 3 business days — during promotions, it may take up to 5 days.
  • We ship safely and quickly via USPS, UPS, or other trusted carriers, with full tracking provided.
  • Shop with confidence — we offer a 90-day return policy on wood items, and a 14-day return policy on guitar parts, hardware, and strings!
  • Enjoy free shipping on orders over $149* (excludes lumber, live edges, Hawaii, Alaska, Puerto Rico, and international orders).
  • For full details, read our Shipping policy and Return Policy.

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