Exotic Wood Zone - Premium Tonewood & Hardwood Supplier in USA

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Exotic Wood Zone has almost 50+ different species from USA and many others from all around the world. Know the specifications of the wood you are about to buy.

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Mitchell T.

Great price great product

Daniel S.

One of my first bowls. The chocolate Mahogany turns nicely.

Michael R.

Beautiful cutting board

Jason L.

Awesome example of flame maple and its brilliant chatoyance

Kevin S.

Very easy transaction. Great website. Great selection. Order arrives quickly. Edges were ready for glue up. I’ve ordered a second and larger...

Corporals K.

Easy to work with and is such beautiful wood.

Neil F.

I have ordered quite a bit directly from Exotic and some through Amazon…pleased with it all!

William G.

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Robert J.

I used the blank to cut a shape a new saddle for an acoustic bass. The demensions were as stated on the site. Used a diamond dermal cut off wheel...

Daniel D.

Beautiful wood perfectly milled again all that was left was a glue up and finishing

Mark G.

Just testing finishes on an offcut from the blank, im liking it.

Jason L.

Great blanks. Better than I expected.

Patricia D.

These are perfect for my little bandsaw boxes

Jonathan S.

Turned great, I’ll definitely be ordering more

Kenneth B.

Always a great shopping experience.

Marcao P.

This wood, although harder to turn because it dulled my tools quickly, came out just fine with a beautiful color—I didn’t stain it—and nice finish...

Gordon W.

Great product wood was in excellent condition worked out great!

Kenneth B.

Couldn’t find black palm wood anywhere else that was all 3: Affordable, great quality and quick shipping.

Michael R.

beautiful cutting boards i cannot be happier on how they came out. beautiful wood

Don F.

This is more of an experiment at a low cost. I have laminated 3 of these to 6" tall for turning into a chalice. The holes don't present much of an...

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Exotic Wood Zone – Tonewood & Exotic Hardwood Lumber Supplier in USA

Exotic Wood Zone is a tonewood supplier in the USA and source for exotic hardwood lumber built for real-world use. We supply luthiers, woodworkers, CNC builders, and serious hobbyists with wood that performs stable, workable, and consistent.

Having handled wood for more than 13 years, we focus on materials that hold up in actual builds from guitars and furniture to turning and carving projects.

What we sell: Tonewood, hardwood lumber, burl wood, Live edge cookies and slabs and woodworking blanks

Who it’s for: Luthiers, builders, and makers

Why it works: Tested for moisture, grain structure, janka hardness and performance not just looks

What We Provide

We have a wide working range of materials for both instrument building and woodworking:

Tonewoods include Guitar sets, tops, backs, sides and more
Wide variety of exotic hardwood lumber (dimensioned and raw)
Burl wood & Live Edges Slabs/Cookies
Exotic wood blanks for woodworking (turning, carving, CNC)

Popular wood species include rosewood, ebony, koa, cocobolo, and more chosen for strength, grain character, and workability.

Who Its For

Our products are built for makers who need reliability in every cut:

Luthiers – Acoustic & electric guitars, basses, ukuleles
Woodworkers – Furniture, cutting boards, cabinetry
Turners & carvers – Bowls, handles, decorative pieces
CNC users – Precision woodworking projects

If you work with stability, clean machining, and predictable results, this is for you.

Wood Selection and Quality Process

Moisture and Drying

Air-dried & kiln-dried wood
Moisture content 6–8%
prepared for workshop environments

Grain and Structure

Grain stature: quarter-sawn / flat-sawn
Examined for grain tightness and uniformity

Tonewood Quality Check

Checked wood tap tone and resonance
Balanced hardness and weight
Suitable for acoustic projection and durability

Tonewood means: Tonewood refers to the wood selected for its acoustic performance in musical instruments. Each piece is inspected and valued for structure, workability, and visual consistency before listing.

Why Should Choose Exotic Wood Zone

More than 13 years of wood handling experience
Satisfied 60,000+ customers worldwide
Used by verified builders and working professionals
Sustainably sourced wood
Clear grading and genuine product representation

Trusted by 60,000+ verified customers across the world

USA Based Wood Supplier

We are a USA based supplier with reliable shipping and support:

Shipping across the United States
Shipped from:

1701 Macklind Ave, Suite 400, St. Louis, MO 63110, USA

Secure packaging to maintain wood safety and stability
24/7 professional customer support

You know exactly what you’re getting and where it’s coming from.

Jobois – Guitar Parts and Hardware

Jobois is our in-house sub brand for luthier supplies USA, focused on:

Guitar hardware and parts
Guitar parts for building, repair, and upgrades
Perfect fit, durability, and performance

Built for custom and DIY guitar projects, restorations, and everyday shop use.

Start Building With Better Wood

Your wood defines your result. Choose wood that performs well from the first cut to the final finish.

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