- Surfaces planed to display wood grain
- Thickness may occasionaly vary by up to 1/4".
- Will not contain soft rot, wane, cracks or pith
- Solid knots up to 1/4" are allowed
- Contains at least 60% heartwood
Kiln Dried Sapele
Sapele (Entandrophragma cylindricum) is a popular African hardwood valued for its rich color, strength, and attractive grain. The wood ranges from golden brown to deep reddish-brown and may display subtle ribbon, stripe, or figured patterns depending on how it’s cut.
Sapele turns smoothly with sharp tools, producing clean cuts and crisp detail. Its fine to medium texture sands well and finishes to a warm, lustrous surface. When properly dried, sapele offers good stability and durability, making it suitable for both functional and decorative turning projects.
Common uses include turning blanks, bowls, spindles, vessels, furniture components, cabinetry, and decorative accents.
Please note: Kiln dried woods may vary in thickness by up to .25".
Kiln dried to below 10% moisture content
End grain sealed in wax to maintain moisture content
Protective wax seal guaranteed for 30 days
Guaranteed defect-free (Full quality standards listed below)
All orders fulfilled within 2 business days
Shipments fully insured against loss and damage
Please note: Kiln dried woods may vary in thickness by up to .25".
Kiln dried to below 10% moisture content
End grain sealed in wax to maintain moisture content
Protective wax seal guaranteed for 30 days
Guaranteed defect-free (Full quality standards listed below)
All orders fulfilled within 2 business days
Shipments fully insured against loss and damage
