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Brazilian Mahogany
 Latin Name : Swietenia Macrophylla
CITES listed but available with CITES trade.
Colour varies from reddish brown to deep reddish brown. Medium textured, the grain is straight to interlocked. Works easily if tools are kept sharp and polishes to a fine finish. Available in wide boards (450mm & up). Suitable for exterior woodwork. Certificates from time to time.
| Uses | Specification | Sizes mm S/E K/D FAS | A comparatively
expensive timber it is
used for high class
woodwork of every
description. It's
superb finish and
great reliability make
it especially suitable
for precision woodwork
& high quality
furniture. | Average length 8'
Range 6' to 18'
Average width 8"
Range 6" to 24" | 25mm
32mm
38mm
50mm
63mm
75mm
100mm |
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| Small | Good | Good | Durable | 560kg/m3 |
** For symbol explanation see 'Timber Terminology'
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