Wooden Les Paul-Style Guitar Inlays

Wooden Les Paul guitar inlays give your instrument a distinctive appearance. These fretboard position markers combine elegance, precision and durability. Carefully made, they help achieve a professional finish on Les Paul-style guitars. Each piece is CNC-machined for consistent dimensions and straightforward fitting.

These inlays are 2 mm thick, leaving a useful margin when sanding the fretboard. The wood retains its structure and strength without weakening the neck, while the thickness also helps provide lasting stability.

Three wood species are available to suit different preferences.
Ebony provides a deep, dark contrast, ideal for elegant, classic guitars. Its high density offers long-lasting durability and a smooth surface. Maple stands out for its light color and ease of finishing. It complements light-colored guitars and highlights the wood's natural tones. Rosewood offers a warm appearance with rich, individual grain patterns. It is particularly suitable for traditionally styled guitars.

Each wood can be finished in different ways. Leave the inlays unfinished for a natural appearance, or apply oil to enhance their tones. Varnish adds an attractive sheen and provides lasting surface protection. These options let you tailor each lutherie project to your preferences.

These wooden Les Paul guitar fretboard markers suit both new builds and restoration work. They are suitable for professional luthiers as well as enthusiasts who want to give their instruments a distinctive character.

For your projects, explore our other accessories in the guitar lutherie section. You can also find practical advice on the StewMac website, a well-known resource among luthiers worldwide.

Choosing these wooden Les Paul guitar inlays means choosing precision, appearance and authenticity for your guitar projects.