Product Description

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.

   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 (unless otherwise noted)
   All orders fulfilled within 2 business days
   Shipments fully insured against loss and damage