Interactive Wood Hardness Chart & Comparison Tool (Janka Scale)
Selecting the right timber for your project goes beyond just aesthetics—it’s about understanding technical durability. The Janka Wood Hardness Scale is the industry standard for measuring a wood species’ resistance to wear and denting.
Our Interactive Wood Hardness Scale allows you to compare 105 different species side-by-side. Use the Chart view to browse the full list, or switch to the Tool view to compare specific timbers like Eastern White Pine and Ipe.
Pro Tip: Toggle ‘Reality Mode’ for plain-English guidance on how these ratings translate to real-world performance in your home or humidor.
| Wood Species | Janka (lbf) | Price | Origin | Notes |
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Pick a Use Case
Gives you woods from the chart that make the most sense for the job, plus common accent and inlay options.
Compare Two Woods
Shows whether the difference is minor, noticeable, or major, with what that usually means.