Looking for an engineered hardwood that behaves in the shop and looks sharp in the finished space? HempWood is pressed from fiber hemp with a plant-based (soy) adhesive and no added formaldehyde. It’s designed for interior applications – furniture, casework, shelving, stair components, and retail fixtures – where stability, predictable machining, and a refined linear grain matter.
HempWood® is the first product to use hemp to form a solid hardwood composite. We’re committed to supplying sustainably sourced material that offers strength, beauty, and peace of mind. Using hemp that matures in roughly four months instead of trees that take decades to grow just makes sense – that’s why our slogan is “Common Sense”.
Applications
- Shelving and wall-mounted storage
- Cabinets and built-ins
- Furniture components and tops
- Trim details and accent pieces
- DIY and maker projects
Standard Sizes
- 5 × 127 x 1829 mm
- 19 × 127 x 1,829 mm
- 25 × 127 x 1,829 mm
- 51 × 127 x 1,829 mm
Working & finishing
HempWood® 183cm Boards are designed to be worked with standard woodworking tools.
- Sawing: use trim saw blades or other sharp carbide-tipped blades for clean cuts
- Sanding: sand to around 120 grit before applying finishes
- Staining: oil-based stains are optimal; water-based products tend to raise the grain and may require additional sanding
- For detailed machining and finishing recommendations, refer to the HempWood® Machining Guide and HempWood® Finishing Guide
Key performance specs
- Engineered hardwood made from fiber hemp stalks and soy-based adhesive
- Intended for interior applications such as furniture and cabinetry
- Density: approx. 960 kg/m³
- Janka hardness: 2,200 lbf
- Dimensional stability: about 20% greater than solid oak
- No added formaldehyde
- Moisture content: 8% ± 2%
Shipping weight & package size
- Approximate product weight: per board
- Typical shipping dimensions (per board):
Questions about larger orders, custom machining, or project-specific use? Contact the HempWood® team at sales@hempwood.com or (888) 338-1235.
Made in the USA. Patented material.
