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Wood species guide · Imported specialty hardwood
Nandubay 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 nameProsopis affinis
Janka hardness2,750 lbf
Average dried weight63 lb/ft³
Best fitFirewood
Overview
Why choose Nandubay?
Nandubay is an imported specialty hardwood. Native to South America. Common uses include firewood, flooring, furniture, cabinetry and turned objects.
Scientific nameProsopis affinis
DistributionNative to South America
DurabilityDecay resistance is rated very high, which is why the wood goes into posts and poles.
Nandubay colour, grain, and figure
The heartwood tends to run from yellowish tan to deep brown and darkens as it ages. The sapwood is narrow and pale yellow.
The texture is medium to coarse with a slight natural luster. Straight or wavy grain is typical.
Working notes
How it works depends largely on the quality of the piece. Clear mesquite without defects cuts easily with hand tools or machinery, while knots or irregular grain make it harder.
Woods of the Prosopis genus are reported to irritate the skin.
Nandubay should be sold by project fit: colour, workability, durability, and the format the customer actually needs.
Best uses for Nandubay
Best projects
Common uses include firewood, flooring, furniture, cabinetry and turned objects.
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 Nandubay 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.
Nandubay FAQ
What is Nandubay best used for?
Common uses include firewood, flooring, furniture, cabinetry and turned objects. Match it to the exact board format, colour, hardness, and finish plan before buying.
Is Nandubay 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 Nandubay?
The buying section on this page links to any Nandubay 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.