topbar
logo
1(800)667-2275
Find Us Follow Us rss feed
 

Hardwoods (Mahogany - Obeche)
 

Mahogany (African)
fsc logo African Mahogany is also available in FSC Certified Lumber.
Latin Name: Other Common Names:

Khaya ivorensis
family Meliaceae

-
   
Description:  

As the name implies, this wood is grown in Africa. It is the bourgeois cousin of Honduras mahogany. The heartwood varies from light to deep reddish-brown; ribbon-grain is predominant. It is widely used for furniture, cabinet making, general joinery and boat building. The density is approx. 34-36 lbs/ft3.

Complementary plywood (furniture and marine) and veneer available.
   
Grade Size Price per bdft
    -Inquire on Availability        
 
 
   
 

Mahogany (Genuine)
fsc logo Genuine Mahogany is also available in FSC Certified Lumber.
Latin Name: Other Common Names:

Swietenia macrophylla family Meliaceae

Amerian Mahogany
Brazilian Mahogany
Honduran Mahogany
   
Description:  

This South American species is endangered and becoming more difficult to import as world organizations, such as CITES control its trade. Traditionally it replaced Cuban/Spanish mahogany that was historically cherished. The heartwood colour varies from light to dark reddish-brown to deep, rich red. The grain is straight to interlocked; we select for straight grain.

Complementary plywood and veneer available.
   
Grade Size Price per bdft
    FAS - Guyana   1"   $11.00
 
 
   

Mahogany (Philippine)
Latin Name: Other Common Names:

Shorea spp.
family Dipterocarpaceae

Red Meranti/
Red Lauan
   
Description:  

Names are loosely and interchange used for: meranti, luan and a myriad of species from Southeast Asia. We offer the dark red meranti with a density of approx. 36-48 lbs/ft3. It is a substitute for Honduras mahogany when pricing is a priority. We consider it the second cousin of Honduras mahogany (twice removed). Although lacking in the richness of colour, it is clear and easy to work with. This represents a beautiful, offshore, exotic lumber at an affordable price.

Complementary plywood (furniture and marine quality) and veneer is available.
   
Grade Size Price per bdft
    -   1"   $6.50
    -   2"   $6.50
 
 
   
 

Mahogany (Sapele)
fsc logo Sapele Mahogany is also available in FSC Certified Lumber.
Latin Name: Other Common Names:

Entandrophragma cylindricum
family Meliaceae

Scented mahogany,
West African cedar
   
Description:  

A close-textured wood from Africa showing salmon pink to pale yellow; changing to reddish brown with age. Interlocking grain can change direction; can be regularly striped; has a light cedar-like scent. It is heavier than other African mahoganies; and reported to be comparable to Oak in strength properties. The International Tropical Timber Organization (ITTO) reports that the species is an important source of timber. The species is reported to be secured from regulated sources.

Complementary plywood (furniture and marine quality) and veneer is available.
   
Grade Size Price per bdft
    FAS   1"   $7.25
    FAS   1 1/2"   $7.50
    FAS   2"   $7.95
    FAS   2 1/2"   $10.00
    FAS   3"   $10.00
 
 
   
 

Makore
Latin Name: Other Common Names:

Tieghemella heckelii
family Sapotaceae

-
   
Description:  

This African wood is an excellent substitute for both Honduras mahogany and teak in the marine industry. The heartwood varies from pink-red to blood red to red-brown. This wood offers lots of straight grain with a density of approx. 39 lbs/ft3.
   
Grade Size Price per bdft
    -   1"   $8.95
    -   2"   $8.95
 
 
   
 

Mango
Latin Name: Other Common Names:

Mangifera indica
family Anacardiaceae

-
   
Description:  

Another exotic from Hawaii, it is yellow to brown and white mottling.
   
Grade Size Price per bdft
    Currently Unavailable        
 
 
   
 

Maple, Eastern Hard

fsc logo Hard Maple is also available in FSC Certified Lumber.

Latin Name: Other Common Names:

Acer saccharum
family Aceraceae

-
   
Description:  

A domestic wood that is a multi-tasker. Its colour is cream-white with a reddish tinge. The texture is fine and straight. It is a moderately difficult wood to work owing to a high resistance to abrasion and wear with an approx. density of 45 lbs/ft3. All lumber is inspected for sticker staining and selected stock offers bird’s eye figure. It’s the most suitable species for food-related projects.

Complementary plywood, veneer and flooring available.
     
Grade Size Price per bdft
    Shorts  4-5'   1"   $3.95
    Shorts 6-7'   2"   $4.50
    FAS   1"   $5.95
    FAS   1 1/4"   $5.95
    Sticker Stain Free   1 1/2"   $5.95
    Sticker Stain Free   2"   $5.95
    Sticker Stain Free   3"   $7.50
             
    Bird’s Eye   1" Bland   $9-14.00
    Bird’s Eye   1" Heavy   $13.00
    Tiger Stripe   1" Bland   $13.00
    Curly  
 
 
   
 

Maple, Western Soft
Latin Name: Other Common Names:

Acer macrophyllum
family Aceraceae

Big Leaf Maple
   
Description:  

This is a valued-packed Pacific Northwest wood. Selected stock offers highly figured wood; exceptional for musical instruments. Each figured piece is unique. The density is approx. 34-39 lbs/ft3. Excellent workability.

   
Grade Size Price per bdft
    #1 Shop   1"   $1.90
    #1 Common   1"   $3.00
    Select+Better   2"   $3.95
             
    Quilted/Curly/Spalted   1" Bland   $10.00 - 16.00
    Highly Figured Bookmatched   5/4"   Please Call
             
    Burls       Please Call
    Guitar Blanks       Please Call
 
 
   
 

Oak, Bending Indiana
Latin Name: Other Common Names:

Quercus viginiana
family Fagaceae

Indiana Green
   
Description:  

This is “live” oak specifically used for steam bending under marine applications. Colour is similar to traditional white oak but it has not been kiln-dried. The approx. density is 47 lbs/ft3.
   
Grade Size Price per bdft
    -   2"   $7.00
 
 
   
 

Garry Oak

Latin Name: Other Common Names:

Quercus garryana
family Fagaceae

-
   
Description:  

This is truly a Pacific Northwest species that is not commercially harvested, but sometimes good things are made available to us.  It has great steam bending qualities and is a valuable resource in the marine industry. 
   
Grade Size Price per bdft
    -   1" & 2"   $5.00
 
 
   
 

Northern Red Oak


fsc logo Northern Red Oak is also available in FSC Certified Lumber.
Latin Name: Other Common Names:

Quercus rubra
family Fagaceae

-
   
Description:  

Domestically grown, this species is synonymous with the word “wood”. The heartwood typically has consistent pink-reddish tinge. It is mostly straight grained and with a coarse texture. The density is approx. 48 lbs/ft3. It is a versatile wood used for flooring, furniture and cabinet making.

Complementary plywood and veneer available. Multiple grades available.
   
Grade Size Price per bdft
   

Shorts 4-5' long

  

1"

 

$3.00
   

#1 Common

  

1"

  $3.25
   

FAS

 

1"

 

$3.95
             
   

FAS

 

1 1/4"

 

$4.50
   

FAS

 

1 1/2"

 

$4.95

   

FAS

 

2"

 

$5.40

   

FAS

 

3"

 

$8.50
             
   

Qtrd Rift

  

1"

  

$5.25
       

1 1/2"

  

$7.00
   

 

  

2"

  

$8.95
             
   

S4S

 

3/4"x3/4"

 

$1.00\lin.ft

   

S4S

 

3/4"x1 1/2"

 

$1.45\lin.ft

   

S4S

 

3/4"x2 1/2"

 

$ 2.10\lin.ft

             
   

S4S

 

3/4"x3 1/2"

 

$ 2.65\lin.ft

   

S4S

 

3/4"x4 1/2"

 

$ 3.10\lin.ft

   

S4S (1 sawn edge)

 

3/4"x5 1/4"

 

$ 3.50\lin.ft

   

S4S (1 sawn edge)

 

3/4"x6 OR 6 1/2"

 

$ 4.25\lin.ft

             
   

S4S (1 sawn edge)

 

3/4"x7 1/4"

 

$ 4.95\lin.ft

   

S4S (1 sawn edge)

 

3/4"x9 1/4"

 

$ 5.50\lin.ft

   

S4S (1 sawn edge)

 

3/4"x11 1/4"

 

$ 6.50\lin.ft

   

S4S

 

1 1/2"x1 1/2"

 

$ 3.50\lin.ft

 
 
   
 

Oak, American White
Latin Name: Other Common Names:

Quercus alba
family Fagaceae

-
   
Description:  

Domestically grown, this wood has a “grey” look. It is commonly used in reproduction pieces from the early 1900’s. It is selected in flat sawn and quarter sawn and rift sawn grades. The density is approx. 47 lbs/ft3

Complementary plywood and veneer available. 
Available also in flat, quarter and rift cuts.

   
Grade Size Price per bdft
    FAS   1"   $4.50
    FAS   1 1/2"   $5.00
    FAS   2"   $6.95
    FAS   3"   $8.95
             
    Quarter Sawn with Flakes   1"   $6.25
    Quarter Sawn with Flakes   1 1/4"   $7.50
    Quarter Sawn with Flakes   1 1/2"   $8.00
    Quarter Sawn with Flakes   2"   $8.95
 
 
 
 

Obeche
Latin Name: Other Common Names:

-

-
   
Description:  

A Tropical West African species that is creamy-white to pale yellow and particularly featureless. A non-descript wood with a density of approx. 24 lbs/ft3. We recommend you make another choice if possible.
   
Grade Size Price per bdft
 
  Out of Stock    
             
 
 
Please Note, the prices indicated are subject to change without notice.
 
       
     
   
       
West Wind Hardwood Inc.
Sidney BC Canada
Tel: 1-800-667-2275
info@westwindhardwood.com
   Providing Exotic & Domestic Hardwoods & Softwoods, Boat Lumber, Cabinet and Marine Plywood & Veneers as well as Natural Oil Wood Finishes to Canada, & The USA: British Columbia, Alberta, Ontario, Washington, New York, Colorado, & California including: Victoria, Vancouver, Whistler, Calgary, Toronto, Seattle, New York, Denver, Los Angeles.