{"title":"Purpleheart Exotic Hardwood Lumber","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eStriking, dense, and naturally vibrant, Purpleheart is an exotic hardwood renowned for its bold colour and exceptional durability. We offer high-quality Purpleheart lumber and turning blanks ideal for fine furniture, inlays, flooring, cutting boards, and woodturning projects that demand a unique and luxurious touch. Native to Central and South America, Purpleheart showcases a deep purple hue that can darken to a rich violet or brownish tone over time, especially with exposure to UV light. Its fine, straight grain and impressive strength make it a favourite among woodworkers for both its visual impact and performance. Though dense and somewhat challenging to machine, it finishes beautifully and holds detail well. As a proudly Canadian company, Windsor Plywood is your go-to source for exotic and hard-to-find wood species. Whether you're crafting a bold statement piece or adding vibrant contrast to a design, Purpleheart delivers lasting beauty, strength, and sophistication.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"purpleheart-hardwood-lumber","title":"Purpleheart Hardwood Lumber","description":"\u003cp\u003ePurpleheart is the only commercially available hardwood that is genuinely purple -- vivid and saturated when freshly cut. Extremely hard (2,520 lbf Janka) and naturally durable. Available at Windsor Plywood locations across Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePurpleheart -- Vivid purple when freshly cut, darkening to brown-purple with UV exposure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStraight to wavy, medium texture grain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJanka hardness: 2,520 lbf\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKiln-dried -- confirm surfacing options at your local branch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eSpecies\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003ePurpleheart\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eCentral and South America\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eJanka Hardness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003e2,520 lbf\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eColour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eVivid purple when freshly cut, darkening to brown-purple with UV exposure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eGrain\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eStraight to wavy, medium texture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eDrying\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eKiln-dried\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eAvailability\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eIn-store -- confirm sizes and surfacing options\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCommon Uses\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurpleheart is used for accent strips, inlay, decorative contrasts in cutting boards and furniture, turned items, and outdoor applications. Confirm available sizes and stock at your local Windsor Plywood location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePro Tips\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe purple colour fades toward brown-purple with UV exposure. Apply clear finish with UV inhibitor. Avoid oil-based finishes -- they accelerate the colour change. Extremely hard -- pre-drill all fasteners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcclimate lumber in your workspace for 48-72 hours before milling to allow the wood to adjust to ambient temperature and humidity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I preserve the purple colour?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA UV-blocking clear finish slows darkening, but some colour shift is inevitable. The colour remains distinctly purple -- just a deeper, darker shade.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Windsor Plywood","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50093131301162,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0927\/8622\/9546\/files\/PurpleheartHardwoodLumber-CloseUp.jpg?v=1746212857"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0927\/8622\/9546\/collections\/PurpleheartHardwoodLumber-Planks.jpg?v=1746294973","url":"https:\/\/www.windsorplywood.ca\/collections\/purpleheart\/specialty-lumber-hardwoods.oembed","provider":"Windsor Plywood","version":"1.0","type":"link"}