{"title":"Sapele Exotic Hardwood Lumber","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eElegant, durable, and richly coloured, Sapele is a high-quality African hardwood often chosen as an alternative to mahogany for its similar appearance and superior strength. We offer premium Sapele lumber and veneers ideal for fine furniture, cabinetry, doors, panelling, and musical instruments where beauty and performance go hand in hand. Sapele features a reddish-brown hue with interlocking grain that can produce beautiful ribbon-like or wavy patterns, especially when quarter-sawn. It machines and finishes well, taking stains and clear coats with ease to reveal its deep natural lustre. Known for its stability and resistance to wear, it’s a top choice for both structural and decorative applications. As a proudly Canadian company, Windsor Plywood specializes in hard-to-find, high-quality wood species and personalized, expert service. Whether you're crafting a refined interior or a standout feature piece, Sapele offers timeless elegance, strength, and reliable workability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"sapele-hardwood-lumber","title":"Sapele Hardwood Lumber","description":"\u003cp\u003eSapele is the most popular mahogany alternative -- similar reddish-brown colour at a more accessible price point. The interlocked grain produces a distinctive ribbon-stripe figure that gives furniture and cabinetry a dynamic, shimmering quality. Available at Windsor Plywood locations across Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSapele -- Medium to dark reddish-brown with ribbon-stripe figure on quartersawn faces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInterlocked grain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJanka hardness: 1,410 lbf\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKiln-dried -- confirm surfacing options at your local branch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eSpecies\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eSapele\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eWest and Central Africa\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eJanka Hardness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003e1,410 lbf\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eColour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eMedium to dark reddish-brown with ribbon-stripe figure on quartersawn faces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eGrain\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eInterlocked\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eDrying\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eKiln-dried\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eAvailability\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eIn-store -- confirm sizes and surfacing options\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCommon Uses\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSapele is used for furniture, cabinetry, architectural millwork, doors, musical instruments (guitar backs and sides), and boat building. Confirm available sizes and stock at your local Windsor Plywood location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePro Tips\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe interlocked grain produces tearout when planing against the direction. Use a drum sander or hand-scrape for the cleanest surface. Clear oil or conversion varnish showcases the ribbon-stripe figure best.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcclimate lumber in your workspace for 48-72 hours before milling to allow the wood to adjust to ambient temperature and humidity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does sapele compare to genuine mahogany?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSapele is harder (1,410 vs. ~900 lbf), darker, and has more prominent interlocked grain. More challenging to plane but more affordable and widely available than genuine mahogany.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Windsor Plywood","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50093130547498,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0927\/8622\/9546\/files\/SapeleHardwoodLumber-CloseUp.jpg?v=1746212804"},{"product_id":"sapele-live-edge","title":"Sapele Live Edge","description":"\u003cp\u003eSapele Live Edge brings the raw, natural character of solid sapele to furniture, countertops, shelving, and statement pieces. Medium to dark reddish-brown with ribbon-stripe figure. Each live edge slab retains the natural profile of the tree, making every piece genuinely unique in shape, grain, and figure. Kiln-dried for dimensional stability. Visit your local Windsor Plywood location to select your slab in person -- live edge pieces are best chosen by eye.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSapele species -- Medium to dark reddish-brown with ribbon-stripe figure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLive edge retained -- natural tree profile preserved for an organic, one-of-a-kind appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach slab is unique in shape, width, grain, and character -- no two pieces are identical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKiln-dried for dimensional stability -- less movement after installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for dining tables, countertops, shelving, desks, benches, and feature furniture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm current slab inventory, dimensions, and pricing at your local Windsor Plywood location\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eSpecies\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eSapele\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eCut\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eLive edge -- natural edge retained\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eDrying Method\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eKiln-dried\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eVaries by slab -- confirm current inventory at your local branch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eAvailability\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eIn-store -- slab inventory varies by location. Visit in person to select your piece.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCommon Uses\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eSapele Live Edge is used for dining tables, coffee tables, desk tops, kitchen islands, countertops, floating shelves, mantels, headboards, and any furniture or interior application where a natural, organic wood statement is the design intent. The live edge and natural figure of sapele make each piece a functional work of art.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003ePro Tips\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelect your slab in person at the Windsor Plywood branch where possible. Live edge slabs vary significantly in shape, width, and character -- what is available changes as new stock arrives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow live edge slabs to acclimate in your space for several days before working or installing. Large solid slabs can move significantly with changes in humidity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFill any cracks, voids, or bark inclusions with clear or tinted epoxy before finishing. This stabilises the slab and produces a clean finished surface while preserving the natural character of the live edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs each slab truly unique?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Every live edge slab retains the natural profile of the tree it came from. No two pieces are identical in shape, width, grain, or figure. Visit your local Windsor Plywood location to select your piece in person.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I finish a live edge slab?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHardwax oils such as Rubio Monocoat or Osmo Polyx enhance the natural grain and colour of sapele without adding a plastic film. For high-use surfaces like countertops, epoxy resin topcoats provide maximum durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I get a slab cut to a custom size?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eConfirm cutting options with your local Windsor Plywood location. Availability of custom cutting services varies by branch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is epoxy used for on live edge slabs?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEpoxy is used to fill cracks, voids, and live edge bark inclusions. It can be clear or tinted to complement the wood colour. EcoPoxy products are available at Windsor Plywood for live edge finishing applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Windsor Plywood","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50093131235626,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0927\/8622\/9546\/files\/Sapele-LiveEdge-Slab.jpg?v=1746212833"},{"product_id":"sapele-cabinet-wood","title":"Sapele Cabinet Wood","description":"\u003cp\u003eSapele Cabinet Plywood brings the character of real sapele veneer to cabinet and furniture construction in an engineered panel format. Medium to dark reddish-brown with ribbon-stripe figure on quartersawn faces with a hardwood core, it provides the dimensional stability of engineered construction with the appearance of solid sapele. Standard 4 x 8 ft sheets, sanded both sides, cabinet-grade quality. Available at Windsor Plywood locations across Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Sapele face veneer -- medium to dark reddish-brown with ribbon-stripe figure on quartersawn faces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardwood core for dimensional stability across humidity changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSanded both sides (S2S) -- ready for finishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe most popular mahogany alternative in cabinet plywood. The ribbon-stripe figure shimmers and shifts with viewing angle -- a dynamic, premium panel at a more accessible price than genuine mahogany.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard 4 x 8 ft sheets -- confirm current thicknesses at your local branch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eFace Species\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eSapele\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eCore Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eHardwood core\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eSheet Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003e4 x 8 ft (122cm x 244cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eSurface\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eSanded both sides (S2S)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eGrade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eCabinet-grade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eThicknesses\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eConfirm at your local branch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eAvailability\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eIn-store -- some thicknesses may be special order\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCommon Uses\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSapele Cabinet Plywood is used for cabinet carcase boxes, face frames, drawer fronts, cabinet doors, furniture panels, built-ins, and wall panelling where a sapele face is the design intent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePro Tips\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear oil or conversion varnish maximizes the ribbon-stripe effect. The figure moves with light angle -- flat stain would waste this effect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrient grain direction consistently across all panels in a project for a unified appearance. Mark grain direction on the back of each sheet before cutting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut with the veneer face up using a fine-tooth blade (60T+) to minimize tearout on the show surface. Apply painter's tape over the cut line for the cleanest edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat finish works best on sapele plywood?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClear oil or conversion varnish maximizes the ribbon-stripe effect. The figure moves with light angle -- flat stain would waste this effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this available in half sheets?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHalf-sheet availability varies by branch. Contact your local Windsor Plywood to confirm.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Windsor Plywood","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50093215252778,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0927\/8622\/9546\/files\/ribbonmohagony_1of1.jpg?v=1758224327"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0927\/8622\/9546\/collections\/Sapele-LiveEdge-Slab.jpg?v=1746294974","url":"https:\/\/www.windsorplywood.com\/collections\/sapele\/specialty-lumber-hardwoods.oembed","provider":"Windsor Plywood","version":"1.0","type":"link"}