Custom Wood Countertops

Wood Samples

Sipo Mahogany Countertops

Face Grain Construction

Sipo Mahogany Countertops

Edge Grain Construction

General Description:  Sipo Mahogany has similar characteristics to Genuine Mahogany.  The heartwood is fairly uniform red- or purple brown; well demarcated from the light brown sapwood.  It is one of the leading woods for manufacturing of exterior joinery and nautical constructions.   Often produces a striped ribbon figure. 

Janka Hardness: 670

Color:  Light brown sapwood and reddish brown, mahogany-like heartwood.

Color Change:  This wood is light brown-red when first milled, then darkens significantly over time.

Grain:  Interlocked, irregular grain with medium texture.

Finishing:  Stains and finishes well.

Characteristics:  Sipo Mahogany is a fairly soft hardwood.  This wood's constant and even quality makes it a much-sought after variety.