Sapele Cabinet Wood

Sapele 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.

Features

• Real Sapele face veneer -- medium to dark reddish-brown with ribbon-stripe figure on quartersawn faces
• Hardwood core for dimensional stability across humidity changes
• Sanded both sides (S2S) -- ready for finishing
• The 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.
• Standard 4 x 8 ft sheets -- confirm current thicknesses at your local branch

Specifications

Common Uses

Sapele 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.

Pro Tips

• Clear oil or conversion varnish maximizes the ribbon-stripe effect. The figure moves with light angle -- flat stain would waste this effect.
• Orient grain direction consistently across all panels in a project for a unified appearance. Mark grain direction on the back of each sheet before cutting.
• Cut 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What finish works best on sapele plywood?
Clear oil or conversion varnish maximizes the ribbon-stripe effect. The figure moves with light angle -- flat stain would waste this effect.

Is this available in half sheets?
Half-sheet availability varies by branch. Contact your local Windsor Plywood to confirm.