New Guinea Rosewood

New Guinea Rosewood (Pterocarpus indicus) is a versatile and sought-after hardwood native to Southeast Asia and northern Australia. It features a heartwood color ranging from golden yellow to deep reddish-brown, often with striking dark streaks. The timber has a medium to coarse texture with an interlocked or wavy grain, creating a stunning visual appeal when finished.

Highly durable, New Guinea Rosewood exhibits natural resistance to termites and decay, making it suitable for both interior and exterior applications. It is known for its excellent machining, turning, and finishing properties, allowing for smooth surfaces and a rich, lustrous appearance. The timber is widely used in fine furniture, joinery, boatbuilding, and musical instruments due to its attractive aesthetics and stability.

Key Features:

• Warm golden to reddish-brown hues with striking grain patterns

• Medium to coarse texture with interlocked or wavy grain

• Naturally resistant to termites and decay

• Excellent workability, easy to machine, carve, and polish

• Strong yet lightweight, offering stability and durability

Common Uses:

• Fine furniture and cabinetry

• Joinery and decorative woodwork

• Boatbuilding and marine applications

• Musical instruments (guitars, violins)

• Veneers and paneling

Sustainability:

New Guinea Rosewood is harvested under sustainable forestry practices, with efforts made to balance demand and conservation. It is important to source from certified suppliers to ensure ethical and responsible use of this valuable timber.

Density & Hardness:

• Density: Approximately 650–850 kg/m³

• Janka Hardness: Around 5.0–7.0 kN (moderate hardness, easy to work with)

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