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Sapele

Exotic

Sapele

Entandrophragma cylindricum

Interlocked, ribbon-striped grain with a natural lustre. A strong mahogany alternative.

Janka hardness

1410 lbf

Density

640 kg/m³

Origin

West & Central Africa

Colour range

Reddish-brown with a golden sheen

Available cuts

Plain, quarter, rotary

Typical applications

Joinery, furniture, doors, panelling