Sapele pommele
Wood species / Trade name:
Sapele pommele
Names:
- German: Sapeli Pommelé
- French: Sapelli pommelé
- Chinese: 球纹沙比利
Botanical name:
Entandophragma cylindricum
Character / Color:
Somewhat wavy radial fiber deviations in the wood give the Sapele pommele a very attractive appearance. The texture resembles a mountainous landscape with peaks and valleys in a lovely reddish brown tone which further intensifies the mysterious look. With increasing age, the wood shows greater intensity and depth in the veneer figure. These qualities make the veneer both very decorative and highly prized.
Main occurence:
Africa
Usage:
Furniture, Interior woodwork, Car interiors