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# Sapele veneer 0.6 mm, 2–3.8 m, grade 1

- SKU: *10209
- Stock: In stock
- Categories: [Natural Sliced Veneer](https://wood-way.expert/en/product-category/sliced-veneer/), [Sliced Sapele Veneer](https://wood-way.expert/en/product-category/sliced-veneer/sliced-sapele-veneer-en/)

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Sliced Sapele veneer (0.6 mm thickness, Grade 1 / Grade I, lengths from 2.00 m to 3.80 m) is a natural wood material with a rich colour palette and natural lustre. Veneer leaves are used to surface cabinetry, architectural wall panels, interior partitions, room dividers, decorative wooden boxes, and bespoke interior elements. We offer sliced Sapele veneer to buy from our Kyiv warehouse from 1 bundle/pack upwards, with wholesale supplies available. We provide remote batch selection based on wood grain texture, tone, and sheet dimensions. We arrange delivery across Ukraine, with warehouse pickup in person available.

## Key Characteristics of Sapele Veneer

- **Thickness of 0.6 mm.** This standard thickness allows for proper gluing to the base. The adhesive does not seep through the timber slice. You can safely sand, tint, and varnish the veneered surface without damaging the face layer.
- **Moisture content of 8-10%.** This is the optimal moisture level for joinery work. The veneer retains its shape and remains stable during gluing.
- **Striped pattern.** Sapele veneer is distinguished by a pattern of stripes in varying tones.
- **Reddish-brown colour palette.** This red-brown surfacing material with a natural golden lustre enables the creation of exclusive products.
- **Mahogany alternative.** This African species is more affordable and easy to process.

## How to Choose Natural Wood Veneer

To ensure the final result meets your expectations, pay attention to three key parameters when selecting your veneer:

1. **Shade and texture.** Choose bundles from the same log to ensure maximum consistency in colour and grain across the entire piece.
2. **Cut type (pattern).** Crown cut (tangential) veneer features a wavy or arched grain. This option is popular for cabinet doors and worktops to highlight the natural beauty of the wood. Quarter cut (radial) sheets display a pattern of straight, longitudinal lines, making them ideal for creating sleek, neutral designs.
3. **Thickness.** A thickness of 0.6 mm is sufficient for standard furniture fronts. If you plan to make a worktop or a surface subject to heavy use and sanding, consider a thicker veneer (1.5 mm to 2.5 mm).

## Professional Tip: How Much Veneer to Buy?

**The rule of balance.** You must veneer both sides of a component (the face and the reverse). This compensatory gluing prevents the base material (MDF or chipboard) from warping. Therefore, you should multiply the component’s surface area by two.

**Wastage factor.** You must add a **30-40% reserve** to your net surface area. This extra material is necessary for pattern matching, edge trimming, and fitting the sheets.

**IMPORTANT.** The timber used to make the veneer is a natural material. The shade and grain of the veneer sheets will always vary depending on the bundle.

## How to Calculate the Price of an Sapele Veneer Bundle?

The price of a sliced veneer bundle is calculated using the formula:

**Bundle price = price per sq. m × sheet surface area × number of sheets in the bundle.**

The sheet surface area is calculated using the standard formula: length × width.

The price per sq. m depends on the wood species, timber grade, sheet dimensions, and bundle volume.

Example. A bundle of Grade A veneer priced at €8 (or $8 / standard currency units) per sq. m. The bundle contains 24 sheets, 2.50 m long and 0.20 m wide.

First, calculate the sheet surface area: 2.50 x 0.20 = 0.50 (sq. m)

Then apply the figures to the first formula: 8 x 0.50 x 24 = 96 (standard currency units)

## Applications for Natural Sapele Veneer

Sliced veneer is widely used in the manufacturing of interior furnishings. When glued to a stable core, this thin slice of timber gives products the appearance of solid wood while remaining far more affordable. This natural facing material is used to produce items such as:

### Cabinet Furniture

Veneered doors and carcasses for cabinets, wardrobes, chests of drawers, dressing tables, and tallboys can maintain their aesthetic appeal for decades with proper care.

### Interior Doors

Veneer is commonly used to finish door leaves and architraves. Veneered doors blend seamlessly into various interior styles, from traditional classic to modern minimalism.

### Wall Panels

Decorative wooden panels are a traditional design technique for creating feature walls in residential and commercial spaces. A veneered wall panel looks striking in a study, office, boardroom, living room, bedroom, hotel room, or restaurant.

### Lighting Fixtures

Veneer with a 0.6 mm thickness is an excellent material for crafting lampshades and decorating light fittings. Table lamps, floor lamps, and pendants adorned with timber are exclusive pieces, perfect for eco, neo-classic, country, or retro interiors.

### Jewellery Boxes and Interior Decor

Veneer is a highly decorative material that allows you to finish small items beautifully. Timber-clad jewellery boxes, desk organisers, figurines, photo frames, and napkin holders are always in high demand.

## Grades of Sliced Sapele Veneer

### Grade 1

This grade features a uniform texture and consistent colour. The surface is free from visible defects. Minor natural colour variations and subtle texture differences are acceptable. Grade 1 veneer is used when the timber’s grain is the primary aesthetic feature of the piece.

### Grade 2

You may find colour variations, inconsistencies in the pattern, and some unevenness in the texture. Knots up to 5 mm in diameter may occur. The overall grain structure might be less uniform than Grade 1, but it remains suitable for decorative finishing. This grade is often used to veneer internal surfaces or projects highlighting the wood’s diverse texture.

### Grade 3

This material possesses several features that are not technically defects but result in a rougher, less uniform appearance. Various knot types (sound or loose), dark streaks, noticeable colour transitions, and uneven textures are permissible. This veneer is ideal for internal surfaces and rustic design projects.

## Main Types of Veneer Faces

A veneer face (or veneer layon) is a pre-assembled sheet composed of multiple leaves of natural veneer, jointed edge-to-edge into a single composite layout. The veneer leaves are matched by grain direction, texture, tone, and figure to ensure the veneered surface appears continuous and visually balanced after pressing. Veneer leaves can be arranged in various configurations to create symmetrical, architectural, or decorative patterns. The most common veneer matching types include:

- Mismatch (random match);
- Slip match;
- Plank match (planked / mix match);
- Book match;
- Diamond / reverse diamond match;
- Slip and turn (reverse slip match).

## Sapele Timber: Key Features

Sapele (Entandrophragma cylindricum) is an exotic timber originating from Central and West Africa. It is frequently traded as «African Mahogany», although its technical performance and mechanical properties often surpass those of true mahogany species (*Swietenia*).

The Brinell hardness of Sapele is approximately 4.1–4.5 HB, providing excellent resistance to indentations and impact. The density of the seasoned solid wood typically ranges between 670–690 kg/m³. While the timber exhibits good steam-bending properties, its characteristic grain structure can present challenges when executing sharp curvatures. High wear resistance makes this species an ideal choice for high-traffic flooring.

The sapwood is distinct, narrow, and ranges from light yellow to cream in colour. The heartwood features a rich reddish-brown or purplish-brown hue, which naturally deepens and matures over time.

The hallmark of Sapele is its interlocked grain. A prominent ribbon-stripe pattern is revealed on radial sections (quarter-sawn), changing appearance depending on the light angle. The pores are small to medium, evenly distributed, and the timber possesses a distinct natural golden lustre.

Due to the interlocked grain, «tear-out» may occur during planing or machining. It is professionally recommended to use tools with a low cutting angle (approx. 15–20°) and operate at high spindle speeds. The timber sands easily to a smooth, satin-like finish. Sapele demonstrates excellent bonding properties with glues and holds metal fasteners securely; however, pre-drilling is essential due to its high density. The species is highly receptive to lacquering and responds exceptionally well to wax and oil treatments.

This exotic timber is a primary material for manufacturing musical instruments (guitars), high-end furniture, architectural wall panels, and luxury yacht interiors.

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**To request a quote, please call us or submit an enquiry. We will help you calculate the exact square metreage of veneer required for your project.**

## Specifications

| Name | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Thickness | 0.6 mm |
| Grade | Grade 1 |
| Species | Sapele |

## Delivery

- Collection from the warehouse at: 7d Zdolbunivska St., Kyiv (entrance from Dniprovska Naberezhna embankment, 17)
- Delivery across Ukraine by transport companies

## Payment

- Cash at the warehouse (receipt issued)
- Payment by bank details: Sole Trader or LLC (with VAT)
- Payment by card


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