What's Your Favorite Veneer? Sapele Veneer is Peter's Choice

At Oakwood, there is one wood veneer species that gets recommended more often than any other, Sapele Veneer (also spelled Sapeli Veneer). Because of this, we've decided to name it Peter's Favorite Veneer.

Here are the reasons why Sapele Veneer (or Sapeli Veneer) is one of the best veneer choices on the market:

1. It qualifies as a super-value veneer, meaning it looks beautiful at a price as low as $2.49/sq ft for the quarter-cut version.

2. It is available in several varieties. In addition to quartered and flat-cut, there is also Blond Sapele, and the popular and higher-end Pomele Sapele Veneer.

3. It has a deep, striking color and grain. It's like a cherry with more character and a bit of an exotic flavor.

Which veneer species do you like best? Which is the best value, the best looking, the best burl, etc.? Reply with a comment below.