Mahogany Swietenia
Wood type
Mahogany, is a prized hardwood species known for its beautiful appearance and versatile applications.
The wood has a characteristic reddish-brown to deep red colour, and often exhibits a straight, even grain with a medium to fine texture.
What sets mahogany apart is not only its aesthetic appeal, but also its durability and resistance to fungi and insects. These properties make mahogany suitable for a variety of applications, both indoors and outdoors. The wood is strong and hard, making it used in the production of high-quality furniture, doors, windows, veneers and decorative cladding. It has also found its place in boat building, where stability and water resistance are important.
Apart from its functional properties, mahogany also has the capacity to respond beautifully to different finishes. Whether polished, stained or varnished, mahogany retains its natural beauty and exudes timeless elegance.