What’s Mahogany Lumber?

Mahogany is a popular hardwood used for furniture, boats, and musical instruments. It is known for its durability, warm tones, and rich color. Mahogany dries quickly and is stable, but can be difficult to work with due to its hardness. Swietenia mahagoni was the most commonly used variety, but is now rare. Swietenia macrophylla and […]

What’s Mahogany Veneer?

Mahogany veneer is a thin slice of mahogany wood used for furniture finish. It is strong, has a straight or interlocking grain structure, and comes in different sizes, colors, and stains. Birch and maple veneers are substitutes due to concerns about logging of mahogany in rainforests. Mahogany veneer generally refers to a thin slice of […]

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