Sapele

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Sapele is a tropical hardwood that is often used in place of Mahogany since it is similar in color, more readily available and more affordable. This wood gives off a cedar-like aroma and has a beautiful interlocking grain pattern, which is why it’s perfect for using for furniture building and indoor construction elements.

Wood Characteristics

• • Wood Type: tropical hardwood
  • Wood Texture: fine to medium, uniform
  • Grain Pattern: Interlocking, wavy
  • Janka Rating: 1510
  • Density: 0.62 specific gravity 
  • Color: golden to dark reddish brown, but darkens with age

Typical Uses:

Boat building, decorative veneer, flooring, furniture, joinery, canoes, chairs, chests, desks, dining-room sets, musical instruments, plywood, cabinetry, doors and windows, turning, architectural millwork, indoor construction elements (beams), paneling, and more!

AVAILABLE AS:

Dimensional wood