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,