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Sipo Logs: Stable Premium Mahogany Logs
Sipo (Entandrophragma utile) shares the sapelli family traits: warm tone, straight grain and stability, making it ideal for veneer, furniture and architectural projects.
What are Sipo Logs?
Sipo is a West/Central African mahogany species from the sapelli family, valued for uniform color and clean grain. Logs perform well where color matching and stability matter.
Our FSC/PEFC options are stored and dried in controlled conditions to reduce checking; we provide project-specific diameters and lengths for consistent yields.
Technical Properties
Physical Properties
- Density:640-700 kg/m3 (air-dry)
- Color:Warm brown to reddish-brown; uniform grain
- Texture:Fine to medium texture; even surface
- Typical Diameter:60-120 cm
- Typical Length:2.2 m - 6 m
- Moisture:10-12% (interior), 14-16% (exterior)
Processing and Stability
- Machining:Clean surfaces with hand tools/CNC; veneer-friendly
- Drying:Controlled drying reduces checking
- Stability:High dimensional stability; suitable for sliced or rotary veneer
Applications
Veneer and Decorative Panels
Chosen for uniform color; ideal for sliced veneer, face panels and interior millwork.
Furniture and Joinery
Doors, frames, stairs and furniture frames that need warm color and stable stock.
Marine/Exterior with Finish
With proper protective finish, usable in cockpit trim, marina interiors or semi-exterior facades/pergolas.
Related Sipo Products
Sipo Log Price and Stock
Sipo logs available in multiple diameters and lengths. Contact us for current pricing and stock; project-specific cutting available.
FAQ
What is the target moisture for sipo logs?
10-12% for interiors, 14-16% for exteriors; controlled drying lowers checking risk.
What are standard sizes?
Typically 2.2-6 m length and 60-120 cm diameter; custom cuts provided per project.
Where are sipo logs used most?
Furniture, veneer, interior joinery and decorative projects; with proper finish they can serve in marine interiors and semi-exterior areas.
How are sipo log prices set?
Based on diameter, length, grade, quantity and exchange rates; quoted per m3.