Latin Name: Swietenia macrophylla

Family: Meliaceae - the Mahogany family

Other Common Name(s): Fijian Mahogany

Imported Hardwood

Suitable for Exterior/Interior Use
Interior and Exterior

Uses
Cabinets, Carving, Furniture, Flooring, Interior Trim, Millwork, Mouldings, Shipbuilding, Turnings

Distribution
As the name implies this material is grown on the Fijian Islands. It is plantation grown with a 30 to 40 year cycle.

General Description: Like South American Mahogany the sapwood has a whitish to yellowish color. The heartwood tends to be a reddish orange color, and is sometimes referred to as "pumpkin" in color.

Price Range ($ least expensive, $$$$$ most expensive):
$$$

Working Properties
Machining: Excellent
Nailing: Excellent
Glueing: Excellent
Screwing: Excellent
Finishing: Excellent

Physical Properties
Weight (lbs/BF): 3.6
Specific Gravity: 0.54-0.59
Modulus of Rupture (psi): 8,840-11,510
Modulus of Elasticity (1,000 psi): 1,300-1,420
Side Hardness (lbs): 800

Additional Information
This specie is the same as South American Mahogany. Some people note that the material is slightly softer then other South American Mahogany. The difference is due to the quick plantation growth.

Item Availability
Not currently in stock, but please contact us to inquire about availability.