Mango Wood (with a faux-finished or heavily speckled decorative application)
Mangifera indica · Hardwood
- Type
- Hardwood
- Origin
- South and Southeast Asia, widely cultivated in tropical regions globally
- Hardness
- 1,070 lbf (Medium)
- Durability
- Non-durable to Moderately Durable (susceptible to fungal decay and insect attack if untreated)
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Grain Pattern
Straight to interlocked grain with a fine to medium texture, obscured heavily here by a dark speckled, spotted decorative finish resembling fly-specked or distressed faux-painting.
Color & Appearance
Golden brown to yellowish tan base color with heavy dark brown/black speckles distributed across the surface, possessing a glossy sheen from the clear coat finish.
Hardness (Janka)
1,070 lbf (Medium)
Durability & Decay Resistance
Non-durable to Moderately Durable (susceptible to fungal decay and insect attack if untreated)
Value & Sustainability
- Estimated Market Value
- Moderate, roughly $3 to $6 per board foot for raw lumber, though higher as a finished decorative object
- Wood Age Estimate
- Estimated to be relatively modern (less than 20-30 years old), typical of contemporary manufactured turned wooden bowls or decorative items
- Sustainability Status
- Highly sustainable as trees are typically harvested for timber only after their fruit-bearing lifespan has ended
Common Uses
Furniture, turning, carved items, plywood, and various interior woodwork applications
Geographic Origin
South and Southeast Asia, widely cultivated in tropical regions globally
Workability
Generally easy to work with both hand and machine tools, though interlocking grain can occasionally cause tearout during planing
Finish Recommendations
Polyurethane, lacquer, or durable varnish applied over smooth-sanded surfaces; the sample shown is already coated with a glossy protective finish
Notable Features
Often features dramatic natural color variations (such as spalt or dark heartwood), but in this specific piece, the appearance is dominated by an intentional speckled decorative pattern
