Figuratively speaking: Sapele's ribbon striping and other popular figures make it a perfect substitute for South American mahoganies.(WOOD OF THE MONTH: Sapele) From: Wood & Wood Products | Date: February 1, 2007| Author: | COPYRIGHT 2007 Vance Publishing Corp. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information) Copyright information

Demand continues for sapele, the popular African "red" wood. Sapele, especially the material with the distinctive ribbon stripe, is often called Sapele mahogany. Although it is not one of the true mahoganies, it is considered similar to the South American mahoganies.

"Furniture designers and architects love sapele, especially the ribbon stripe material, because it is a cost-effective alternative to mahogany, yet gives users a fancy-face veneer. It is sometimes teamed with two or three other fancy face veneers and the effect can be stunning," said Jeff Vaida, owner of JFV ...

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