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Wood species guide · Domestic hardwood species
Pear 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 namePyrus communis
Janka hardness1,660 lbf
Average dried weight43 lb/ft³
Best fitTurned objects
Overview
Why choose Pear?
Pear is a domestic hardwood species. Native to eastern and central Europe; also widely planted in temperate regions worldwide. Common uses include turned objects, cabinetry, furniture, musical instruments, carving, inlay, marquetry, architectural millwork and veneer.
Scientific namePyrus communis
DistributionNative to eastern and central Europe; also widely planted in temperate regions worldwide
ShrinkageRadial: 3.9%, Tangential: 11.3%, Volumetric: 13.8%, T/R Ratio: 2.9
DurabilityNon-durable against decay.
Pear colour, grain, and figure
Heartwood is pale pink or a light red-brown. Sapwood is a little paler yet generally indistinct from the heartwood.
Grain usually runs straight, and the texture is very fine and even.
Working notes
It works easily by hand or machine, and it turns nicely and accepts glue and finish without fuss.
Apart from the usual hazards of any wood dust, no other health reactions are linked to pear.
Pear should be sold by project fit: colour, workability, durability, and the format the customer actually needs.
Best uses for Pear
Best projects
Common uses include turned objects, cabinetry, furniture, musical instruments, carving, inlay, marquetry, architectural millwork 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 Pear 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.
Pear FAQ
What is Pear best used for?
Common uses include turned objects, cabinetry, furniture, musical instruments, carving, inlay, marquetry, architectural millwork and veneer. Match it to the exact board format, colour, hardness, and finish plan before buying.
Is Pear 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 Pear?
The buying section on this page links to any Pear 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.