Padauk – 4/4 or 8/4 Padauk is an exotic wood from AfricaWhen freshly cut the wood is bright orange red, becomes reddish brown. Moderately hard and heavy. Medium texture, but with large pores. Saws and planes easily to a very smooth surface. Weight:3.75lbs /bdft Hardness:1970Janka Rating Density:0.61Specific Gravity