Sapele

Sapele                                                                                     Density:  640 kg/m3

Commercial Names:  Sapelewood, Aboundikrou and Sapelli.

Scientific name:  Entandrophragma Cylindricum.    

Family: Meliaceae.

Distribution:  West and East Africa.

General Description: The heartwood has a medium to dark reddish-brown colour often with a stripy figure on the quarter-cut timber.  A rather attractive wavy grain can be found on the crown-cut timber.   The grain is interlocked or wavy with a fine texture.  Sapele is a great alternative to Mahogany as it is more readily available and at a greater density.      

Suitable Externally:    Yes

Max. Fire-Rating:        FD60