Origin

Western and Eastern Africa

Trading name(s)

Saplewood, Adoudikrou, Sapele

Family

African Hard Wood, African Mahogany - Meliaceae

Botanical name(s)

Entandrophragma Cylindricum

Avarage dried weight

680 kg/m^3

Durability

Class 3

Sapele

Available in FAS QUALITY
AD and KD random widths 15cm plus and lengths 2.10m and longer with fair spread
Fixed widths available
Thicknesses 25-32-38-50-63-75mm

EUTR COMPLIANT – FSC CW – 100% FSC

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Sapele

This wood has a medium-fine texture.

The heartwood has a reddish-brown colour with light shades, while the sapwood is pink with yellowish tones.

It is generally easy to work with it, but during the drying process deformations can occur due to the delicacy of the wood.

Sapele wood is primarily utilised in construction for beams, joists, flooring, and panelling, offering strength and durability.

Its rich colour and attractive grain make it a favoured choice for luxury furniture, cabinets, plywood, and decorative veneer, enhancing interior aesthetics.

Sapele’s versatility extends to crafting turned ornaments and furniture pieces.

It is also valued in naval construction, particularly for boat decks and port storage.

Description

This wood has a medium-fine texture.

The heartwood has a reddish-brown colour with light shades, while the sapwood is pink with yellowish tones.

It is generally easy to work with it, but during the drying process deformations can occur due to the delicacy of the wood.

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