Thai · Fabaceae family
Burma Padauk ไม้ประดู่
Pterocarpus macrocarpus
Burma Padauk pricing
This species is sourced in batches — you can still get an indicative estimate, and our team will confirm the price and the next batch
Estimate your projectThe final price depends on board width, length, grade and order quantity
Strong timber, highly durable, striking colour, good stability (T/R 1.7)
A popular premium timber: strong and durable, and not CITES-listed (unlike Phayung and Ching Chan)
Mechanical properties of Burma Padauk
| Property | Value | Data status |
|---|---|---|
| Janka hardness | 9,550 N (2,150 lbf) MC 12% | Standard test result |
| Density | 865 kg/m³ MC 12% | Standard test result |
| Bending strength (MOR) | 138.8 MPa MC 12% | Standard test result |
| Stiffness (MOE) | 14.14 GPa MC 12% | Standard test result |
| Compressive strength parallel to grain | 62.3 MPa MC 12% | Standard test result |
| Radial shrinkage | 3.4% | Standard test result |
| Tangential shrinkage | 5.8% | Standard test result |
| Volumetric shrinkage | 8.4% | Standard test result |
≈ approximate = a figure for the trade group or plantation-grown timber, not a test result for this species itself · MC = moisture content at testing · Real values vary with the source of the timber, its age and how it was kiln-dried
Durability and working properties
- Durability
- Very durable · good resistance to termites and insects
- Machining / working
- Fairly difficult (dense with interlocked grain) · turns and finishes well
Sustainability and sourcing
Burma Padauk grows and is planted in Thailand. Using timber with a traceable local source keeps transport short and helps protect trees in natural forest.
WisutWood uses legal timber, can issue sawn-timber control documents, and kiln-dries to 12% moisture content or less, so the woodwork lasts and does not have to be torn out and replaced.
Questions about Burma Padauk
What is the botanical name of Burma Padauk, and what else is it called?
The botanical name of Burma Padauk is Pterocarpus macrocarpus. It belongs to the Fabaceae family. Trade names: Burma Padauk, Pradoo, Vermillion · Local names: Central Pradoo
How hard is Burma Padauk?
Janka hardness 9,550 N (2,150 lbf) (MC 12%) · Density 865 kg/m³ (MC 12%)
Can Burma Padauk be used outdoors?
Suitable for outdoor use · Durability: Very durable · good resistance to termites and insects
What work is Burma Padauk good for?
Flooring, premium furniture, posts, turning, exterior work — Strong timber, highly durable, striking colour, good stability (T/R 1.7)
Can WisutWood build my job in Burma Padauk?
Yes, on enquiry. Burma Padauk is sourced in batches, so price and lead time depend on the sizes and the sourcing round.
