Name: African Mahogany
Brand: Afromont
Availability: InStock

Specification Details

Specification	Details
Species	Khaya spp.
Common Name	African Mahogany
Hardness (Janka)	~800–1,050 lbf
Color	Reddish-brown heartwood; pale pink to light brown sapwood
Grain	Usually straight; can be interlocked or wavy
Texture	Fine and even
Natural Luster	Moderate
Durability	Durable
Typical Uses	Furniture, joinery, paneling, flooring, veneers, interior decorative work

Workability

African Mahogany is generally easy to work with hand and machine tools. It saws, planes, and sands smoothly, and nails, screws, and glue adhere well. It accepts a variety of finishes, including oils, varnishes, and stains. Interlocked grain may require sharper tools and careful handling to prevent tear-out.

Common Uses

High-quality furniture, cabinetry, paneling, flooring, interior joinery, veneers, and decorative woodwork.

What Makes African Mahogany Unique

African Mahogany is valued for its rich reddish-brown color, uniform fine texture, and straight-grained boards. Its combination of durability, attractive appearance, and ease of finishing makes it a classic timber choice for premium interior applications.

Why Choose African Mahogany

Rich Warm Color: Ideal for elegant interiors

Durable and Stable: Suitable for furniture and interior joinery

Excellent Workability: Easy to machine, sand, and finish

Versatile Applications: Works well for paneling, flooring, veneers, and decorative joinery

Why You Might Not Choose African Mahogany

Moderate Hardness: Softer than some exotic hardwoods; can dent

Not Ideal for Exterior: Best suited for indoor use unless properly treated

Premium Cost: High-quality boards can be expensive

Climate Performance & Acclimation

African Mahogany performs well in controlled interior environments. Proper acclimation before installation ensures stability and reduces the risk of movement due to humidity or temperature changes.

Ideal for Furniture & Interior Projects

Its warm reddish-brown color, fine texture, and workability make African Mahogany perfect for furniture, cabinetry, flooring, veneers, and interior joinery.

Color and Grain Stability

The heartwood retains its reddish tone over time, while the straight to interlocked grain ensures a smooth, uniform surface for clear finishes, stains, or paints.