Lumber prices / Sapele
Sapele Price per Board Foot
Sapele is the mahogany substitute that actually earns the comparison: similar color and working feel, harder and heavier, and far easier to source responsibly. The ribbon figure on quartersawn stock is what most people are paying for.
Typical price per board foot$7 – $12
TypeHardwood (Imported)
Density (12% MC)42 lb/ft³
Weight per board foot3.5 lb
Janka hardness1,410 lbf
Common usesFurniture, cabinetry, guitars, interior trim, veneer
What common boards cost
Board feet times the price per board foot. These use the $7 to $12 range above.
| Board | Board feet | Est. cost |
|---|---|---|
| 1 x 6 x 8 ft | 4.00 | $28 – $48 |
| 1 x 8 x 8 ft | 5.33 | $37 – $64 |
| 2 x 4 x 8 ft | 5.33 | $37 – $64 |
To price a full order, put $10 (or your dealer's number) into the board foot calculator and add every board to the tally.
Frequently asked questions
- How much does sapele cost per board foot?
- Sapele commonly runs about $7 to $12 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 sapele weigh?
- About 3.5 pounds per board foot kiln-dried, based on an average density of 42 lb/ft³ at 12% moisture content. Green stock weighs more.
- Is sapele a hardwood or a softwood?
- Sapele is a hardwood (imported), with a Janka hardness of 1,410 lbf.