Lumber prices / African Mahogany
African Mahogany Price per Board Foot
African mahogany (Khaya) is the affordable stand-in for genuine mahogany, close in look and workability at roughly half the price. It is a little softer and more prone to tearout on interlocked grain, so sharp tools and a light final pass pay off.
What common boards cost
Board feet times the price per board foot. These use the $6 to $11 range above.
| Board | Board feet | Est. cost |
|---|---|---|
| 1 x 6 x 8 ft | 4.00 | $24 – $44 |
| 1 x 8 x 8 ft | 5.33 | $32 – $59 |
| 2 x 4 x 8 ft | 5.33 | $32 – $59 |
To price a full order, put $9 (or your dealer's number) into the board foot calculator and add every board to the tally.
Hardwoods with similar hardness
African Mahogany rates 1,070 lbf on the Janka scale. These sit closest to it, so they take similar wear and usually swap in without changing how the piece holds up. Price is often the deciding factor.
| Species | Janka | Per board foot |
|---|---|---|
| Teak | 1,070 lbf | $30 – $60 |
| Black Walnut | 1,010 lbf | $8 – $14 |
| Soft Maple | 950 lbf | $3.50 – $6 |
| Black Cherry | 950 lbf | $6 – $10 |
Full range on the lumber prices page, and weight per board foot if shipping or floor load matters.
Frequently asked questions
- How much does african mahogany cost per board foot?
- African Mahogany commonly runs about $6 to $11 per board foot at retail, with wide, thick, or figured boards costing more. This is a planning range, not a quote, so confirm with your dealer.
- How much does african mahogany weigh?
- About 3.3 pounds per board foot kiln-dried, based on an average density of 40 lb/ft³ at 12% moisture content. Green stock weighs more.
- Is african mahogany a hardwood or a softwood?
- African Mahogany is a hardwood (imported), with a Janka hardness of 1,070 lbf.