Acacia
Acacia mangium / Acacia auriculiformis · Exotic/Tropical
- Type
- Exotic/Tropical
- Origin
- Tropical regions of Asia, Australia, and widely cultivated in plantations across Southeast Asia and Central America
- Hardness
- 1700 lbf, Hard to Very Hard
- Durability
- Durable to Very Durable, highly resistant to decay, rot, and water damage
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Grain Pattern
Straight to interlocked grain with medium, uneven texture. Features characteristic natural edge-glued plank variations, small knots, and subtle streaming variations typical of plantation-grown Acacia wood products.
Color & Appearance
Rich color variation ranging from light amber, golden brown, to deep reddish-brown and dark chocolate tones. High contrast between sapwood and heartwood, featuring a natural warm luster that deepens gracefully with age.
Hardness (Janka)
1700 lbf, Hard to Very Hard
Durability & Decay Resistance
Durable to Very Durable, highly resistant to decay, rot, and water damage
Value & Sustainability
- Estimated Market Value
- 4.00 to 8.00 USD per board foot for standard commercial grades
- Wood Age Estimate
- Relatively recent manufacture (1 to 5 years old), typical of modern edge-glued consumer kitchen accessories
- Sustainability Status
- Generally considered sustainable when harvested from managed plantations (FSC certified options widely available), not listed on CITES appendices
Common Uses
Cutting boards, kitchen countertops, fine furniture, turning, flooring, and decorative woodenware
Geographic Origin
Tropical regions of Asia, Australia, and widely cultivated in plantations across Southeast Asia and Central America
Workability
Moderately difficult due to density and interlocked grain; prone to tearout during planing if grain direction isn't respected. Glues, stains, and finishes well
Finish Recommendations
Food-grade mineral oil, beeswax blends, or hardening natural oils to maintain safety and emphasize the rich grain patterns
Notable Features
Naturally water-resistant, dense, highly durable, and exhibits high natural oil content which makes it ideal for food-contact applications like cutting boards
