Sapele the wood database lumber identification hardwood. It contains the physical properties and illustrations of more than 150 commercial species, reproduced from the popular trada red books and wood information sheets. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. David wood has 77 books on goodreads with 31657 ratings. Is best all that makes the wood database unique, distilled into one potent book. Mcdonald, john zug, john zug, julie jensen mcdonald. Synopsis this unique encyclopedia brings together a remarkable amount of practical information on the worlds most important timbers.
Wood database and searchable library lumber for woodworking thats packed professionally, shipped right to your door, and guaranteed 100%. Eric meier, who ownsruns the wood database web site has now published a really good wood book, called wood. The wood database may be accessed from the wood tab of the section sets spreadsheet by clicking in the shape field and then clicking, or by clicking the shape database button on the advanced tab of the ribbon and then clicking the wood tab of the shape database dialog wood materialshape selection. Oct 12, 2006 synopsis this unique encyclopedia brings together a remarkable amount of practical information on the worlds most important timbers. Responds well to stains and finishes, particularly if grain is. Reddit gives you the best of the internet in one place. Use our exclusive database to search for species by appearance. They are all suitable for both residential and commercial applications and most are available from stock for immediate delivery. Sapele has a distinct, cedarlike scent while being worked. All entries, if not noted otherwise, are from the jeff beck group. Sapele wood sometimes spelled sapelle or sapelli is quite popular for flooring, and stock with a ribbon grain is typically pulled at a premium for decorative finishes. Aug 22, 2019 sapele is less heard of than mahogany. I gave my box a paint wash and then created design on it. Compare various species against one another by key characteristics.
It contains the physical properties and illustrations of more than 150 commercial species, reproduced from the popular trada red books and wood information. Sapele is characterised by a marked and regular stripe, particularly pronounced on quartersawn surfaces. The woodworkers resource for practical information and research for all things wood. Forest products laboratory one gifford pinchot drive madison, wi 537262398 phone. Unlike any other material, the design properties for wood members depends both on the. Before wwi the principal demand for this wood came from germany where it was used for decorative cabinet work. With 40 actual wood specimens in popular use, descriptions of grain, color and texture, how to identify trees by their leaves, fruit, and bark, and much more, this is a small encyclopedia for woodworkers, carpenters, hobbyists, dealers, architects, craftsmen, nature lovers, teachers, or anyone with the urge to learn about wood. That said, it is becoming more and more widely used and it will likely be more known as time goes by. The introductory chapters about wood structure, etc, are really good. For a given variety of wood, the wood database has images of the wood grain in various stages of preparation sanded, sealed, endgrain. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. With its reddishbrown color variations and interlocking grain patterns sapele wood flooring will make any room in your home feel warm and inviting. Get a constantly updating feed of breaking news, fun stories, pics, memes, and videos just for you.
Understanding earth s most fascinating natural resource. Nov 03, 2015 everything thats made the wood database website. A remarkable feature of sapele is that the grain is interlocked and changes direction in frequent, irregular intervals. Sapele flooring brings a warm feeling to homes across the world. That said, it is also sometimes mistakenly called mahogany, which could also lead to less awareness of this wood. Identifying and using hundreds of woods worldwide by eric meier 20151010 by isbn. Sapele is a versatile and beautiful wood that can take many kinds of finish. Sapele wide plank face grain countertop our sapele butcher block countertops are custom made to your specifications in any thickness up to 3 and any length up to 15. Sapele is a reddishbrown wood that in many ways is very similar to mahogany. Same as mahogany, exploitation of sapele forests are regulated by several countries across africa. While some wood books can be overly scientific or bury you with an overflowing amount of exotic and hardtofind woods youll never use, this handy, accessible resource is perfect for anyone seeking information about the most essential woods.
Holding strength of screws in wood and wood base materials, volumes 889910 holding strength of screws in wood and wood base materials, carl a. The numerical data covers all key qualities in both english and metric units. Sometimes called sipo mahogany, or simply sipo, utile is in the meliaceae family, and is somewhat related to the true mahoganies found in the swietenia genus. See wood products for information on the wood products database wood materialshape selection.
Like ovangkol, its a great allpurpose tonewood that will deliver a consistent, balanced tone in a variety of playing. The geographical range of sapele is reported to extend from the ivory coast to the cameroon, eastward through zaire to uganda. Wood database and searchable library woodworkers source. The sapwood is a pale yellowwhite with a heart that is pinkish when first cut, mellowing to a typical reddish brown mahogany tone. Alternatively, find out whats trending across all of reddit on rpopular. All wood countertop sizes are custom made to order.
Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Amazons choice recommends highly rated, wellpriced products available to ship immediately. Identifying and using hundreds of woods worldwide by. Rich heartwood colored in golden and dark reddish brown is perfect for use in creating expensive furniture, musical and specialty objects. Reddit has thousands of vibrant communities with people that share your interests. The system was started in 2015 from a project subsidized by the netherlands department of cultural heritage nl. The wood database may be accessed by clicking the shape database button on the risa toolbar and then clicking the wood tab of the shape database dialog note.
The worlds most extensive database on commercial wood species. Sapele is a popular and viable alternative to mahogany. Lumber exotic lumber sapele wood lumber global wood. Bow woods from a mathematical perspective top ten hardest woods.
Rated 5 out of 5 by kdhuls from sturdy little book box great to use as a memory box for young and old. Unlike any other material, the design properties for. Unlike any other material, the design properties for wood members depends. A little bookshop in tiong bahru that specialises in picture books for the young and the youngatheart. Set your store to see local availability add to cart. Sapele entandrophragma cylindricum related articles. What is sapele wood sapele wood has many characteristics that resemble mahogany, most notably in the color of its heartwood golden to dark reddish brown, darkens with age if not treated with finishing oils that will prevent oxidation, grain patterns, and internal characteristics that make it very durable. Occasionally mottle figure is present, it is fairly close textured, and the grain is interlocked. Utile the wood database lumber identification hardwood. Rated 5 out of 5 by jerrythecarver from great basis for carving project i use these boxes for. Works easily enough although surface may tear when planing due to interlocked grain.
Wooden books the mathemagical ancient wizdom series. My brother, grant wood by nan wood graham, julie j. The species database will help you choose the most suitable wood species for your project. Everyone can search for archaeological information here quickly and easily. Im slowly grinding my way through roughly 800 wood species that have still yet to be listed on the site. Although severe reactions are quite uncommon, sapele has been reported as a skin and respiratory irritant. Albans, england, the market hall 670110a 10th january. It is reported to be found in different forest types, including deciduous, evergreen, and transitional zones. Ron wood database 1967 the rolling stones database. The wood is wellmannered when it comes to machining and working it with hand tools. Vintage wooden book stand hand carved bookstand foldable bible cookbook india himalayan wood book. The wood book collective comprises a number of ranges which make up our core products.
Im working my way alphabetically by botanical name, so check out the latest added wood to see where im at in the queue. Sapele is a hardwood from tropical africa that successfully emulates the characteristics that have made mahogany so popular. We make buying hardwood flooring easy and straightforward. Sapele wood lumber is used in the construction of fine furniture and cabinetwork, decorative veneers, plywood, joinery, flooring and paneling. The essential wood book is about making the basics of using and choosing wood easier to understand. Its better than most of the other reference books i have. The database was created by eric meier, who originally began compiling specs on different types of wood for his own personal use, to use as a guide in selecting the appropriate wood for projects.
A lot of guitarists, especially new guitarists might not have even heard of it. Unlike any other material, the design properties for wood members depends both on the material selection as well as the. See the articles wood allergies and toxicity and wood dust safety for more information. Woodan is a freetouse, public web database about archaeological timber finds. Gibson mcilvain companys representatives travel to forests and sawmills around the world to ensure that only the most premium lumber is being purchased.
By traveling to the source, we can also guarantee that legal and sustainable forestry practices are being used. The name sapele comes from that of the city of sapele in nigeria, where there is a preponderance of the tree. Identifying and using hundreds of woods worldwide by eric meier 20151010 by the wood database. Tonally, it does everything that mahogany does, with a little extra treble zing. Stunning colour photographs provide an invaluable guide to species identification, and there is reliable data on working properties. The title of this book could not be more explicit or apt. Interlocked, sometimes wavy grain producing a distinctive roe figure on quartered surfaces. Let me know if youve got something interesting that youd like to donate to the site. It is a fine textured hardwood, heavier and denser than its american and african relatives. Medium texture, high luster, pale yellow sapwood and light red to dark reddish brown heartwood. Shipping currently not available to canada or australia. Sapele is a highly sustainable, relatively fastgrowing wood. Its easy to love sapele lumber, especially for furniture and cabinetry.
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