{"product_id":"sapele-hardwood-timber-fas-sawn-kiln-dried-26mm","title":"Sapele Hardwood Timber FAS Sawn \u0026 Kiln Dried 26mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eSapele hardwood timber in FAS grade, sawn and kiln dried to a nominal 26mm thickness, is a dependable choice for interior joinery, furniture making, and bespoke fitouts. Its rich reddish-brown colour and interlocked grain give finished work a distinctive, consistent appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProperty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSapele (\u003cem\u003eEntandrophragma cylindricum\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFAS (Firsts and Seconds)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTreatment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKiln dried\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSawn\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNominal Thickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e26mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAvailable Widths\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50mm, 75mm, 100mm, 125mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4600mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProfile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlat sawn board\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat it's used for\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInterior joinery including window boards, door components, and architrave blanks where a hardwood finish is specified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFurniture making and cabinetry, particularly where a stained or clear-lacquered face is required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShopfitting and interior fitouts that call for a consistent, workable hardwood with good surface quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCraft and bespoke woodworking projects where FAS grade ensures minimal defects across the board length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitting and handling\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAllow sapele boards to acclimatise in the intended environment for at least five to seven days before machining or fitting, particularly in centrally heated spaces where moisture fluctuations can cause movement. The interlocked grain can cause tearing during planing, so machine with a reduced cutting angle or take light finishing passes, working with the grain direction wherever possible. Apply a primer coat or sealer to all faces and edges before fitting to reduce moisture uptake and help maintain dimensional stability once in place.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs sapele a suitable hardwood for interior joinery in the UK?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Sapele is widely used in UK joinery for window boards, door blanks, and fitted furniture. FAS grade material like this gives you long, largely clear boards that are straightforward to machine and finish. It holds stains and clear finishes well and is considered a practical alternative to African mahogany.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does FAS grade mean for sapele timber?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFAS stands for Firsts and Seconds, the highest standard grade used in hardwood lumber grading. It guarantees a minimum clear face yield, meaning boards contain fewer knots, splits, and other defects. This makes FAS grade sapele well suited to joinery and furniture work where you need consistent, usable material across the full board length.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes sapele need treating before use indoors?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor interior use, sapele does not require a preservative treatment. However, it should be sealed or finished on all surfaces to stabilise moisture exchange. A hardwax oil, lacquer, or stain-and-varnish system all work well. If the timber will be used near an exterior opening such as a window reveal, use a suitable primer to all exposed surfaces before fitting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNottage Timber Merchants supply trade and retail customers across South Wales, with next-day availability to the Bridgend area. If you are working with hardwood mouldings or profiled components, browse our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/oak-mouldings\"\u003eoak mouldings collection\u003c\/a\u003e for complementary stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Is sapele a suitable hardwood for interior joinery in the UK?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes. Sapele is widely used in UK joinery for window boards, door blanks, and fitted furniture. FAS grade material gives you long, largely clear boards that are straightforward to machine and finish. 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