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African Mahogany Wood
African Mahogany Wood is a broad term that refers to various species of the Khaya genus, which are native to Africa. It has a beautiful light brown color with a hint of red. It’s quite popular due to its durability, as well as versatility in millwork design. African Mahogany Wood shows off a luminous surface […]
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Cypress
Cypress has been used by generations of craftsmen and homebuilders. It was the preferred exterior wood used in the South during America’s early Colonial Period. Therefore, many structures remain today. Cypress is a prized and uniquely American wood. Architects and artisans have long utilized Cypress’ timeless beauty. Frank Lloyd Wright often specified the species for interior and exterior […]
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Genuine Mahogany
Genuine Mahogany is a more commonly-used name for Swietenia macrophylla. It’s also known as Honduran Mahogany, American Mahogany and Big-Leaf Mahogany. Uses include furniture, high-end doors, windows and wood-based musical instruments. Genuine Mahogany is a rich natural brown color, but other varieties can also have a light pinkish brown color. Its grain ranges from straight […]
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Sapele
Sapele or sapelli is the common name for the Entandrophragma cylindricum, which grows natively in Africa. It is widely used in lumber form, as well as wood material for high-end musical instruments, which makes the Sapele a commercially valuable export. It is sometimes substituted for Genuine Mahogany. The heartwood is colored golden to dark reddish brown. Furthermore, […]
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Teak
Working with Teak Teak is easily worked with both hand and machine tools. Furthermore, its smooth finish is coveted by woodworkers. Glues moderately well with fresh, clean cut surfaces despite its oily nature. It is naturally durable and also weathers well. Uses Furniture, flooring, carving, cabinets, interior millwork and turnings. It’s also used in shipbuilding and other […]
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Western Red Cedar
Western Red Cedar is resistant to decay. It’s a great traditional wood for outdoor construction. The heartwood of Western Red Cedar is pinkish brown, and can display random streaks of darker red or brown. The sapwood is a yellowish white color. Western Red Cedar is known for its aromatic properties as well. Despite its strong […]