Canarywood
Centrolobium spp.
Hardness
Very hard; tough on tools but extremely wear-resistant.
Overview
A vividly multicolored exotic streaked with orange, red, and black, used as a bold statement accent wood.
Commonly built
- Cutting board accents
- Turned bowls
- Knife scales
- Inlay strips
Appearance
Golden-orange background with dramatic red and black streaking that varies widely board to board.
Recommended uses
Uses to avoid
Similar species
Comparable on hardness, type, and workability, useful when this species isn't available.
Working notes
Moderately hard on tools; interlocked sections can tear out, take light finishing passes. Color fades somewhat with UV exposure over years.
Common questions
How hard is Canarywood?
Canarywood has a Janka hardness of 2170 lbf, a measure of how well it resists denting and wear.
Is Canarywood suitable for outdoor use?
Canarywood is best used indoors; it is not naturally suited to sustained outdoor or wet conditions.
How easy is Canarywood to work with?
Canarywood has Fair workability for cutting, shaping, and joinery.
Community photos
Real photos from woodworkers who've used canarywood, reviewed before they appear here.
Loading…
Wood data varies by source and sample. How we source and review our data.