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Paulownia
| Property | Paulownia Paulownia tomentosa |
|---|---|
| Type | Hardwood |
| Cost | $$ · Moderate |
| Hardness | 245 lbf |
| Workability | Excellent |
| Seasonal movement | Small |
| Outdoor-friendly | No |
| Origin | Imported (Asia) |
| Commonly built | Surfboard blanks, Lightweight boxes, Guitar bodies |
| Overview | An extremely lightweight, fast-growing hardwood used for surfboards, guitar bodies, and lightweight boxes despite low hardness. |