imports

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

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Widths:

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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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.

Grade: FAS, mostly clear

Available as: Flat Sawn

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Widths:

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