Imported

Sapele

Sapele Lumber (Sapele Mahogany)

As a direct importer of top-grade African Sapele, Alan McIlvain Company stocks one of the largest Sapele lumber inventories in North America. Also known as Sapele Mahogany, this medium-to-hard wood is well suited to both interior and exterior use.

Our extensive inventory and automated sorting technology enables us to offer sorts and grades that no other lumber suppliers can. Unlike typical suppliers, we sort random width Sapele lumber by quarter sawn and flat sawn, as well as width and length. This allows you to reduce waste by buying specifically what’s needed for your job.

Grade: FAS, mostly clear

Available as: Quartered, Flat Sawn or Mixed

Thicknesses:

4/4
5/4
6/4

8/4
10/4
12/4

16/4

Widths:

Random widths
4 – 6″
6 – 7″

7 – 8″
8 – 9″
9 – 10″

10 – 12″
12″ and wider

Lengths: 7 – 18’

Machining: R1E, R2E, S1S, S2S, S4S. Also available rough.

Species: Sapele

Common Names/Species: Aboudikroe, Penkwa, Assi, Sapele, Assie Sapelli, Lifari, Sapeli

Scientific Name: Entandrophragma Cylindricum

Description: Texture rather fine; grain interlocked; sometimes wavy. Lustrous. Works fairly well. Excellent substitute for Genuine Mahogany. Sapele is a great choice for high end exterior millwork such as doors, windows, porch rail, balusters, soffit material, cornices, shiplap and other types of trim. For interiors it is used as mahogany substitute for fine cabinetry, furniture and mouldings.

Common uses: Interior millwork, exterior millwork, furniture, cabinetry, windows and doors

Sources: Africa

lbs/BF (dry): 3.5

Hardness: Medium to hard

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Accoya

Accoya^® Lumber

Accoya offers a fresh take on wood. Made from radiata pine, Accoya is a modified wood created through a special process called acetylation. The result is a high-performance, 100% natural wood with properties above and beyond any hardwoods.

Durable, non-toxic and eco-friendly, Accoya is prized for its rot-resistance, stability, and low maintenance. As a treated deck lumber, it’s perfect for outdoor use in any climate, resisting swelling, shrinking, and warping. It’s also naturally water and insect-resistant. You can let it age naturally or easily apply paints, stains, or finishes for a custom look. Accoya is also great for siding, cladding, windows, doors, soffits, rake boards, fascia, and exterior moulding.

With a 50-year warranty above ground and a 25-year warranty below ground or in freshwater, Accoya is built to last. It’s FSC® certified, responsibly sourced from sustainable forests, 100% recyclable, and safe for people, pets, and the planet.

Accoya User Guide and Technical Information PDF

Accoya User Performance Testing PDF

Grade: A1, mostly clear

Available as: Flat Sawn

Thicknesses:

4/4
5/4
6/4

8/4

Widths:

6″
8″
10″

Lengths: 8-16’

Machining: R1E, R2E, S1S, S2S, S4S. Also available rough.

Species: Pinus Radiata

Common Name/Species: Radiata Pine, Monterey Pine, Insignis Pine

Scientific Name: Pinus radiata

Description: Straight-grained with a medium, even texture, Radiata Pine lumber is knot-free and generally has very wide growth rings. It has light brown heartwood and paler, yellowish white sapwood.

Common uses: Siding, cladding, decking, window frames, doors, soffits, rake boards, fascia, exterior mouldings

Sources: New Zealand

lbs/BF (dry): 2.9

Hardness: Medium

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Spanish Cedar

Species: Spanish Cedar

Common Names/Species: Brazilian cedar, Honduras cedar, Cedar, Cedre rouge, Cedro, Central American cedar, Cigar box cedar

Scientific Name: Cedrela odorata

Description: Natural decay and rot resistance, straight-grained, wavy, curly and mottled grain. Soft with a moderately coarse texture. Easy to work.

Common uses: Cigar boxes, lead pencils, boat building, pattern work, furniture, windows and doors

Sources: South America, Africa

Size/Form: spanish-cedar

lbs/BF (dry): 2.5

Hardness: Medium

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Red Grandis

Red Grandis (Eucalyptus Grandis)

Red Grandis lumber, offered by Alan McIlvain Lumber Company, is an exceptional choice for exterior applications due to its durability and attractive aesthetics. Sourced from FSC certified sustainably managed plantations in South America, this hardwood features a rich reddish-brown color and a straight grain, enhancing outdoor projects like siding, windows, doors, and outdoor furniture. Its natural resistance to warping and splintering ensures a long-lasting, beautiful finish. Choose Red Grandis lumber for your next exterior project and experience. Its affordability compared to other hardwoods makes it a popular choice among builders and craftsmen.

Red Grandis Comparison Sheet

Grade: FAS, mostly clear

Available as: Flat Sawn

Thicknesses:

4/4
5/4
6/4

8/4

Widths:

Random widths
4 – 6″
6 – 7″

7 – 8″
8 – 9″
9 – 10″

10 – 12″
12″ and wider

Lengths: 8 – 16’

Machining: R1E, R2E, S1S, S2S, S4S. Also available rough.

Species: Red Grandis

Common Names/Species: Red Grandis, Eucalyptus Grandis

Scientific Name: Eucalyptus Grandis

Description: Red Grandis lumber features a fine, straight grain with a warm reddish-brown color that deepens over time. The wood showcases a smooth texture, making it ideal for a variety of applications, particularly in exterior finishes. Its stable structure provides excellent resistance to moisture and warping, ensuring durability and longevity in high-use environments.

Common uses: Interior millwork, exterior millwork, siding, furniture, cabinetry, windows and doors

Sources: South America

lbs/BF (dry): 3.5

Hardness: Medium

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African Mahogany

16/4 Ghana African Mahogany

Species: African Mahogany

Common Names/Species: Khaya

Scientific Name: Khaya ivorensis

Description: Relatively hard; works well; highly lustrous; polishes well; durable.

Common uses: Interior millwork, Exterior millwork, windows and doors, Furniture, cabinets, boat building

Sources: Africa

Size/Form: african-mahogany

lbs/BF (dry): 2.92

Hardness: Medium

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Genuine Mahogany

Species: Genuine Mahogany

Common Names/Species: Honduras mahogany, Brazilian mahogany, big leaf mahogany, true mahogany

Scientific Name: Swietenia macrophylla

Description: Ranks among the finest cabinet woods. Exceptionally stable and clear with a natural luster. Moderately coarse texture. Requires filling to achieve a class smooth surface but accepts virtually all finishes with ease.

Common uses: Interior millwork, Exterior millwork, windows and doors, Furniture, cabinets, interiors, boat building, pattern making

Sources: Central and South America

Size/Form: genuine-mahogany

lbs/BF (dry): 3.33

Hardness: Medium

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Jatoba

Species: Jatoba

Common Names/Species: Brazilian cherry, Jatoba, Jutai, Kawanari, Locust, Pie de venado, Rode locus, Rode rode locus, Sirari, West indian locust

Scientific Name: Hymenaea courbaril

Description: Hard, heavy, and tough. Grain is commonly interlocked with a medium coarse texture. Somewhat difficult to work due to its hardness and weight.

Common uses: Flooring, Stairparts, Architectural Millwork, Furniture, cabinets

Sources: South America

Size/Form: jatoba

lbs/BF (dry): 4.67

Hardness: Very Hard

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Teak

Species: Teak

Common Names/Species: Teak

Scientific Name: Tectona grandis

Description: The Lumber is used in the manufacture of outdoor furniture, boat decks, and other articles where weather resistance is desired. It is also used for indoor flooring and as a veneer for indoor furnishings. Teak is easily worked and has natural oils that make it suitable for use in exposed locations, where it is durable even when not treated with oil or varnish.

Common uses: Boat Decks & Trim, Interior Millwork, Exterior Millwork, Windows & Doors, Cabinets, Furniture

Sources: Asia

Size/Form: teak

lbs/BF (dry): 3.33

Hardness: Hard

Decay resitance: Extremely resistant

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Ipe

Species: Ipe

Common Names/Species: Ipe

Scientific Name: Tabebuia spp

Description: A strong, tough, resilient wood. Naturally durable and weather resistant. Moderately difficult to work especially with hand tools; has a blunding effect on cutting edges, finishes smoothly except where grain is very roey.

Common uses: Decking, Exterior Millwork, Furniture, flooring, industrial uses, tool handles

Sources: South America

Size/Form: ipe

lbs/BF (dry): 5.17

Hardness: Very Hard

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Sapele Lumber (Sapele Mahogany)

Accoya® Lumber

Red Grandis (Eucalyptus Grandis)

Accoya^® Lumber