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Wood species guide · Domestic hardwood species
Ginkgo 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 nameGinkgo biloba
Janka hardness750 lbf
Average dried weight28.9 lb/ft³
Best fitCarvings
Overview
Why choose Ginkgo?
Ginkgo is a domestic hardwood species. Native to China; now widely planted in temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere. Used for carvings, cutting boards, turned objects and furniture.
Scientific nameGinkgo biloba
DistributionNative to China; now widely planted in temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere
DurabilityNo official data exists, though the wood is reported not to decay quickly.
Ginkgo colour, grain, and figure
The colour runs from light orange-brown to nearly white. Annual rings differ only subtly in colour, so the overall look is quite uniform.
The grain is straight and the texture is very even, medium to coarse. The natural shine is low.
Working notes
Overall it has good working properties, especially under hand tools, where the softness helps in carving or joinery. It glues and finishes well.
The tree's pollen, fruit and leaves have all been linked to allergic reactions, but nothing has been reported for the wood itself.
Ginkgo should be sold by project fit: colour, workability, durability, and the format the customer actually needs.
Best uses for Ginkgo
Best projects
Used for carvings, cutting boards, turned objects and furniture.
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 Ginkgo 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.
Ginkgo FAQ
What is Ginkgo best used for?
Used for carvings, cutting boards, turned objects and furniture. Match it to the exact board format, colour, hardness, and finish plan before buying.
Is Ginkgo 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 Ginkgo?
The buying section on this page links to any Ginkgo 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.