Likely mahogany; the image alone cannot reliably distinguish genuine mahogany from similar reddish hardwoods such as sapele or meranti.
Likely Swietenia macrophylla; alternatives include Entandrophragma cylindricum (sapele) and Shorea spp. (meranti). · Hardwood; tropical/exotic.
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood; tropical/exotic.
- Origin
- Genuine mahogany is native to the Americas, from southern Mexico through Central America into northern South America; plantation-grown elsewhere.
- Hardness
- About 800 lbf for genuine mahogany—Soft under the requested scale; similar substitutes may differ.
- Durability
- Moderately durable; heartwood has useful decay resistance, while sapwood is less resistant. Weather exposure can reduce service life.
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Grain Pattern
Mostly straight to gently interlocked grain with broad, subtle bands; the visible surface appears smoothly worked, with no prominent decorative figure.
Color & Appearance
Uniform salmon- to reddish-brown surface; heartwood typically deepens toward reddish brown with age and light. Sapwood and luster are not clearly visible.
Hardness (Janka)
About 800 lbf for genuine mahogany—Soft under the requested scale; similar substitutes may differ.
Durability & Decay Resistance
Moderately durable; heartwood has useful decay resistance, while sapwood is less resistant. Weather exposure can reduce service life.
Value & Age
Highly variable by species, source, and grade; roughly US$8–25 per board foot for common surfaced stock, with premium material costing more.
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- Wood Age Estimate
- Cannot be determined from this image; surface marks and color do not establish the wood’s age.
Common Uses
Furniture, cabinetry, interior trim, veneer, boatwork, musical instruments, and turning.
Geographic Origin
Genuine mahogany is native to the Americas, from southern Mexico through Central America into northern South America; plantation-grown elsewhere.
Workability
Generally machines and sands well; interlocked grain can tear during planing. Glues and finishes readily; predrilling helps near edges.
Finish Recommendations
Sand evenly and apply a clear oil, shellac, lacquer, or polyurethane; test stain and finish on an offcut for color consistency.
Notable Features
Moderate weight, generally stable, and often develops attractive reddish color; sapele may have stronger ribbon-like figure and a different scent.