Lumber prices / Bloodwood
Bloodwood Price per Board Foot
Bloodwood earns the name: a deep, even crimson that holds its color far better than purpleheart or padauk do. It is very dense and brittle at the edges, so it chips if you rush a cut, and it works best in small, deliberate pieces.
Typical price per board foot$14 – $25
TypeHardwood (Imported)
Density (12% MC)66 lb/ft³
Weight per board foot5.5 lb
Janka hardness2,900 lbf
Common usesTurnings, inlay, furniture accents, instruments
What common boards cost
Board feet times the price per board foot. These use the $14 to $25 range above.
| Board | Board feet | Est. cost |
|---|---|---|
| 1 x 6 x 8 ft | 4.00 | $56 – $100 |
| 1 x 8 x 8 ft | 5.33 | $75 – $133 |
| 2 x 4 x 8 ft | 5.33 | $75 – $133 |
To price a full order, put $20 (or your dealer's number) into the board foot calculator and add every board to the tally.
Frequently asked questions
- How much does bloodwood cost per board foot?
- Bloodwood commonly runs about $14 to $25 per board foot at retail, with wide, thick, or figured boards costing more. This is a planning range, not a quote, so confirm with your dealer.
- How much does bloodwood weigh?
- About 5.5 pounds per board foot kiln-dried, based on an average density of 66 lb/ft³ at 12% moisture content. Green stock weighs more.
- Is bloodwood a hardwood or a softwood?
- Bloodwood is a hardwood (imported), with a Janka hardness of 2,900 lbf.