Makore

Makore (Tieghemella heckelii), sometimes called African Cherry or Cherry Mahogany, is a beautiful hardwood from the rainforests of West Africa. It’s strong and durable for its moderate density, it’s often used as a mahogany substitute, and it has served many roles in its native Africa for centuries.
The heartwood ranges from pink to light and medium reddish-brown, with clearly paler yellow sapwood. Quartersawn boards often show striped, mottled or even beeswing figure, with a fine, even texture and a lovely luster.
It’s usually straight-grained and easy to work, though some boards are wavy or interlocked, and it turns well. Its silica content can dull blades, so carbide tools help, but it gives the wood a fine luster and causes no trouble with gluing or finishing. The fine dust can irritate, so use good extraction.
The trees grow very tall, so long, wide and thick boards are available. Makore is used for fine furniture, cabinetry, boatbuilding, flooring, turnings and veneer, and its color makes it a handsome alternative to Cherry.
This species is not listed in the CITES Appendices, but is classified as “Endangered” on the IUCN Red List.
Why We Love This Wood
A cooperative, mahogany-like wood with lovely figure, available in generous sizes.
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| Main Color Group | Reddish Brown |
| Grain Pattern | Even |
| Avg Dry Weight - LB/BF | 3.6 |
| Avg Dry Weight - KG/M3 | 685 |
| Janka Hardness - LBF | 1200 |
| Janka Hardness - N | 5350 |
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