African Mahogany

African mahogany (scientific name: Khaya anthotheca, K. grandifoliola, K. ivorensis, K. senegalensis) has heartwood that can range from pale pink to deep red, occasionally with red-brown streaks.

Quarter cut/sawn wood may show ribbon-stripes. Its texture is medium to coarse, its luster is good, and its grain is interlocked. The wood demonstrates the chatoyancy optical phenomenon.

African mahogany is commonly found in western tropical Africa. It is moderately durable and has poor resistance to insect attack.

Janka Hardness :

4,760 N (1,070 lbf)

Average Dried Weight :

640 kg/m³ (40 lbs/ft³)

Workability :

It is easy to work with, glue and finish. Interlocked grain may result in tear-out.