Medium, based on the characteristic deep reddish-brown color, fine grain texture, natural luster, and common usage in high-end table construction confidence

Mahogany

Swietenia macrophylla · Hardwood

Type: Hardwood
Origin: Central and South America (Neotropics), though widely planted in tropical regions worldwide
Hardness: 900 lbf, classified as Soft to Medium
Durability: Durable, offering good resistance to rot and weathering, with moderate resistance to insect attacks

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Grain Pattern

Straight to interlocked grain with a medium to fine texture, featuring some ribbon or wavy figure under the finish

Color & Appearance

Rich reddish-brown to deep dark red, possessing a high natural luster and good chatoyance, typically darkening to a deeper amber-brown patina with age and light exposure

Hardness (Janka)

900 lbf, classified as Soft to Medium

Durability & Decay Resistance

Durable, offering good resistance to rot and weathering, with moderate resistance to insect attacks

Value & Sustainability

Estimated Market Value: 15 to 35 USD per board foot depending on grade and origin
Wood Age Estimate: Estimated to be several decades old based on the deep patina and stable finish typical of mid-to-late 20th-century fine furniture pieces
Sustainability Status: Listed on CITES Appendix II and categorized as vulnerable by the IUCN, making certified plantation-grown or reclaimed sources preferred

Common Uses

Fine furniture, cabinetry, boat building, musical instruments, veneer, and interior millwork

Geographic Origin

Central and South America (Neotropics), though widely planted in tropical regions worldwide

Workability

Exceptional workability with both hand and machine tools, glues, stains, and finishes very well, though interlocked grain can occasionally cause minor tearout during planing