Sapele Entandrophragma cylindricum	Return to our Wood Species page Previous | Next
	Origin Africa Characteristics Can display a range of figures including ribbon-stripe, fiddleback, bee's-wing, etc. Common Uses Furniture, cabinetry, musical instruments, decorative veneers Interesting Facts Sapele is a fine, and perhaps under-appreciated, African member of the Mahogany family. It is considerably stronger than Khaya or the American varieties. The trees can be huge, with yields of 20 cubic meters (about 8500 board feet) not uncommon from one tree. Please note: Our stock changes daily, so please call or email in advance if you are looking for something in particular. 4/4 4/4 QS   Pen Blanks   5/4   5/4 QS   Turning Blanks   6/4 8/4 QS   Spindle Blanks   8/4     Live Edge Slabs   10/4       Burls   12/4       Plywood   16/4       Thins

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Nick Moore

Brad Foster