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Wood species guide · Imported specialty hardwood
Nepalese Alder 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 nameAlnus nepalensis
Janka hardness380 lbf
Average dried weight31.3 lb/ft³
Best fitBoxes
Overview
Why choose Nepalese Alder?
Nepalese Alder is an imported specialty hardwood. Grows in Southeast Asia. Common uses include boxes, crates, plywood, turned items, interior utility wood and firewood.
Scientific nameAlnus nepalensis
DistributionGrows in Southeast Asia
ShrinkageRadial: 2.4%, Tangential: 6.0%, Volumetric: 9.3%, T/R Ratio: 2.5 More images | Identification
DurabilityLogs should be sawn and dried soon after felling to avoid staining or decay, as the decay resistance of the wood is non-durable to perishable.
Nepalese Alder colour, grain, and figure
The colour sits between light tan and reddish brown, darkening and reddening with age. Heartwood and sapwood cannot be told apart.
Grain is generally straight, and the texture is moderately fine and uniform.
Working notes
Both hand and power tools handle it very easily, and it sands especially well. It is fairly soft, though, so take care not to dent it in some uses.
Alders in the Alnus genus are reported to irritate the eyes, skin and airways, although severe reactions are rare.
Nepalese Alder should be sold by project fit: colour, workability, durability, and the format the customer actually needs.
Best uses for Nepalese Alder
Best projects
Common uses include boxes, crates, plywood, turned items, interior utility wood and firewood.
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 Nepalese Alder 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.
Nepalese Alder FAQ
What is Nepalese Alder best used for?
Common uses include boxes, crates, plywood, turned items, interior utility wood and firewood. Match it to the exact board format, colour, hardness, and finish plan before buying.
Is Nepalese Alder 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 Nepalese Alder?
The buying section on this page links to any Nepalese Alder 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.