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Wood species guide · Imported specialty hardwood
Andiroba is best understood by how it looks, how it works, and where it should be used. This guide explains the practical buying details before sending you to the right Kingma products.
Scientific nameCarapa guianensis
Janka hardness1,220 lbf
Average dried weight41.2 lb/ft³
Best fitTurned objects
Overview
Why choose Andiroba?
Andiroba is an imported specialty hardwood. Its natural range is Central and South America. Common uses include turned objects, interior trim, flooring, furniture, cabinetry, plywood and veneer.
Scientific nameCarapa guianensis
DistributionCentral and South America
ShrinkageRadial: 3.1%, Tangential: 7.6%, Volumetric: 10.4%, T/R Ratio: 1.5 More images | Identification
DurabilityAndiroba is considered to have decay resistance from moderate to very high, though insects can attack it.
Andiroba colour, grain, and figure
Heartwood starts out pale reddish brown and, as it ages, turns a mid to deep brown. The sapwood is lighter, either pink or a pale brown, and is not always clearly separate from the heartwood.
The texture is even and fine to medium, with medium natural luster. The grain is straight, though sometimes wavy or interlocked.
Working notes
Andiroba is easy to work with hand and machine tools. Boards with interlocked grain can tear out when surfaced.
Serious reactions are rare, but andiroba is reported to irritate the eyes and skin and to cause sneezing.
Andiroba should be sold by project fit: colour, workability, durability, and the format the customer actually needs.
Best uses for Andiroba
Best projects
Common uses include turned objects, interior trim, flooring, furniture, cabinetry, plywood and veneer.
Use caution
Avoid specifying it by name alone; confirm board size, moisture, colour, figure, and the project environment before buying.
Finish strategy
Test finishes on offcuts first, especially when colour, blotching, outdoor exposure, or grain filling matters.
Buying note
Choose boards, slabs, plywood, blanks, or posts based on the project rather than species name alone.
Shop path
Buying Andiroba from Kingma
Start with the direct species match when Kingma sells it. If stock rotates, use the closest live collection or a clearly explained alternative.
Live edge slabs
Use when the customer cares more about slab format and visual impact than this exact species.
View optionSimilar woods and alternatives
If Kingma does not have an exact match online, use the buying links below as practical alternatives only when the colour, grain, hardness, or project environment makes sense.
Andiroba FAQ
What is Andiroba best used for?
Common uses include turned objects, interior trim, flooring, furniture, cabinetry, plywood and veneer. Match it to the exact board format, colour, hardness, and finish plan before buying.
Is Andiroba beginner friendly?
It depends on density, grain direction, and tooling. Test cuts on offcuts first, and choose Maple, Cherry, Walnut, or Poplar when easier machining is the priority.
Does Kingma sell Andiroba?
The buying section on this page links to any Andiroba Kingma has in stock and to the closest alternatives. Stock changes often, so call (780) 229-7681 or visit the yard at 4607 91 Ave NW, Edmonton to check what is in today.