Mahogany
Myroxylon balsamum
Color
Dark reddish brown.
Grain
Striped figuring in quartersawn selections. Texture is even and very fine.
Variations
Moderate color variation.
Finishing
Oil residue may be a problem. This can be eliminated by wiping with the appropriate 100% pure (not recycled) solvent before the sealer is applied.
Comments
Some respiratory / allergic reaction potential.
Origin
South America
Availability
Readily available