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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 fitVeneer
Overview
Why choose Pear?
Pear is a domestic hardwood species associated with Native to central and eastern Europe; also widely planted throughout temperate regions worldwide. It is useful when the project calls for veneer, architectural millwork, marquetry, inlay, carving, musical instruments, furniture, cabinetry, and turned objects
For SEO and customer usefulness, this page separates the science from the buying decision: appearance, working behaviour, durability, project fit, and then the right Kingma shopping path.
Scientific namePyrus communis
DistributionNative to central and eastern Europe; also widely planted throughout temperate regions worldwide
ShrinkageRadial: 3.9%, Tangential: 11.3%, Volumetric: 13.8%, T/R Ratio: 2.9
DurabilityRated as non-durable regarding decay resistance.
Pear colour, grain, and figure
Expect heartwood is a pale pink or light reddish brown. Sapwood is slightly paler but is not usually distinct from heartwood.
In practical selection, the grain and texture are best treated this way: grain is usually straight, with a very fine uniform texture.
Working notes
In the shop, overall easy to work with both hand and machine tools. Turns, glues, and finishes well.
Besides the standard health risks associated with any type of wood dust, no further health reactions have been associated with Pear.
Pear should be sold by project fit: colour, workability, durability, and the format the customer actually needs.
Best uses for Pear
Best projects
Veneer, architectural millwork, marquetry, inlay, carving, musical instruments, 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 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?
Pear is best considered for veneer, architectural millwork, marquetry, inlay, carving, musical instruments, furniture, cabinetry, and turned objects. 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?
Use the buying section on this page. If an exact product is not listed, the linked alternatives are included only when they make practical sense for colour, grain, or project use.