Mahogany Wood, African Mahogany wood is one of the most popular exotic tonewoods available for major manufacturers and custom builders. Mahogany is used in the bodies, tops, necks, backs and sides of guitars and mandolins.Mahogany Wood, Teak Wood, Bubinga Wood, Wenge Wood the uniform pattern of mahogany, along with it’s density, compress midrange tones. However, it also provides a thicker sounds. Mahogany works great when playing with other instruments. Mahogany is also beautiful when finished, which adds even more to it’s appeal. African Mahogany is often described as have a “woody” tone, while being bright and responsive.
African Mahogany lumber, or Khaya as it is also known for its scientific name Khaya ivorensis, is popular for use in flooring, furniture and cabinetwork, joinery, shop fixtures, boat building, plywood, interior trim and decorative veneers. African Mahogany is considered a valid alternative substitute to Genuine (Honduran) Mahogany.
African Mahogany is used for making windows and doors. Other uses are interior and Architectural millwork, Furniture. African Mahogany have gained popularity for usage in exterior mouldings, including siding and soffits. Also for decking. African Mahogany is also used for boat building.