Species

Sapele


Other names: Aboudikro, Sapelli, Penkwa, Assie, M'boyo, Lifaki, Undianuno, Muyovu


Botanical name: Entandrophragma cylindricum


Density: Green 840 - 960 kg/m3

     Seasoned 640 kg/m3 (Average at 12% MC)


Durability: Moderately durable


Grain: Slightly Interlocked


Texture: Medium


Heartwood: Dark redish - brown


Sapwood: Pinkish grey - Whitish


Sawing: Easy (Slight blunting effect)


Drying: Medium - Rapid

              Risk of distortion: High

              Risk of checking: Slight


Machining: Difficulties due to irregular grain


Wood bending: Difficult


Gluing: Good


Nailing: Holding properties - Good


Finishing: Good


End uses: Interior & exterior joinery, Domestic flooring, Plywood, Boat building & fitting,