Khaya Mahogany No. 7, 22 x 75 x 135 mm

Khaya Mahogany No. 7

(Khaya spp.)
22 x 75 x 135 mm

The photos shown are illustrative
The wood is intended for further processing, so some edges may not be exactly perpendicular to each other or planes parallel to each other.
The stated dimensions are minimal, they can be slightly larger.

Description

Khaya Mahogany (Khaya spp.) is a moderately hard exotic hardwood with a typical reddish-brown color and elegant grain. Thanks to its structure and good stability, it is a popular material for a wide range of applications.

The wood is easy to cut, plane, turn and sand. It accepts adhesives and finishes well. When properly worked, it can achieve a very smooth surface that stands out especially after oil, wax or lacquer finishing.

Khaya Mahogany is an ideal choice for:

• turned items
• decorative objects
• wooden accessories
• craft and design products
• smaller woodworking projects
• knife handles
• wooden jewelry

Each piece of wood is unique, with natural variations in grain, color and texture.

Specifications

• Tree type: tropical deciduous tree
• Wood type: hardwood
• Origin: Africa (West and Central regions)
• Color: light to medium reddish-brown, darkening over time
• Grain: fine to medium, often interlocked or wavy
• Texture: medium, sometimes slightly coarse
• Hardness: moderately hard
• Workability: very good, suitable for hand and machine processing
• Properties: stable, glues and finishes well
• Uses: turning, decorative items, accessories, knife handles, jewelry, small woodworking projects
• Other names: African Mahogany, Khaya

Traditional uses

Khaya Mahogany has long been used in furniture making and joinery, where it is valued for its stability, workability and aesthetic appearance. It is commonly used for furniture, interior elements, paneling and musical instruments.

Thanks to its combination of strength and relatively low weight, it has also been used in boat building and veneer production. Compared to genuine American mahogany, it offers a very similar appearance and properties at a more accessible price.

Safety notice

Some tropical woods may cause allergic reactions or irritation when being worked. Fine wood dust is produced during processing and may be harmful if inhaled.

We therefore recommend using appropriate protective equipment, especially a respirator and eye protection, and ensuring adequate ventilation of the workspace.

Another wooden material

You can find other wood for your projects in the Tropical wood or Other wood category.