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Wood species guide · Imported specialty hardwood
Primavera 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 nameRoseodendron donnell-smithii (syn.
Janka hardness710 lbf
Average dried weight29 lb/ft³
Best fitInterior trim
Overview
Why choose Primavera?
Primavera is an imported specialty hardwood. Its natural range is Central America; also plantation grown. Used for interior trim, cabinetry, furniture and veneer.
Scientific nameRoseodendron donnell-smithii (syn.
DistributionCentral America; also plantation grown
ShrinkageRadial: 3.1%, Tangential: 5.1%, Volumetric: 8.6%, T/R Ratio: 1.6
DurabilityThe heartwood has some decay resistance but is open to insect attack.
Primavera colour, grain, and figure
Usually pale cream to golden yellow. The colour darkens and turns redder with age.
The grain typically runs straight to slightly interlocked. Texture is medium with medium-sized pores, and the sheen is naturally high.
Working notes
Primavera often has irregular, interlocked grain, yet it works quite easily, probably because its density is low next to other hardwoods. It dulls cutting edges moderately, so carbide tools are advised.
No direct testing is known, but Primavera contains two sensitizers, Lapachenole and Lapachol, which are found in other woods known to irritate skin.
Primavera should be sold by project fit: colour, workability, durability, and the format the customer actually needs.
Best uses for Primavera
Best projects
Used for interior trim, cabinetry, furniture 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 Primavera 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.
Primavera FAQ
What is Primavera best used for?
Used for interior trim, cabinetry, furniture and veneer. Match it to the exact board format, colour, hardness, and finish plan before buying.
Is Primavera 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 Primavera?
The buying section on this page links to any Primavera 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.