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Custom-machined architrave to go around your internal doors and windows. The profiles match those of our skirting so you can pair them for a consitent look. Please note: your architrave is made to order, rather than being "off the shelf", so due to machining setup costs we have a minimum run of 50m.
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FAS Quality: IWA1 - Pencil Rounded 69mm x 2.1m - £13.82 INC VAT (£11.52 EX VAT)
(Product #: IW-11-20-11);
FAS Sapele Architrave
Get prices online for square edge, cut to size Sapele wood.Sapele timber (Entandrophragma cylindricum) is a highly popular substitute for genuine mahogany, ideal for architrave joinery. Its rich reddish tones and eye-catching striped grain pattern present a unique aesthetic that can be used in both traditional and contemporary spaces.
Thanks to its durability, strength, and stability, Sapele is a trade favourite joinery timber. Sourced from responsibly managed forests across West Africa, Sapele tends to be a more cost-effective than other tropical timbers
Key Features
- Durability: Sapele is naturally resistant to rot, fungi, and pests and can reach a service life of over 50 years. It is also very resistant to scuffs and marks with a Janka hardness rating of 1,360 lbf.
- Aesthetic: Sapele's deep reddish colour and interlocking grain create a unique striped pattern, bringing character to any interior space.
- Versatility: Boasting exceptional moisture resistance Sapele is ideal for architrave and other joinery applications.
- Cost-Effective Elegance: Genuine mahogany has limited supply and very expensive, Sapele provides a similar appearance at a much more affordable price point.
Application and Design ideas
Combine Sapele architrave around your doors and windows with Sapele skirting for a cohesive, high-end look.
Available profiles
IWS1 – Pencil Rounded: May be called “bullnose” featuring a rounded top edge.
IWS2 – Torus: Features a half-circle detail along the top of the face.
IWS3 – Ogee: Very common in many UK households, ogee is a decorative profile.
IWS4 – Chamfered: A sleek design with an angled top edge.
IWS5 – Lambs Tongue: A timeless profile typical of older properties.
Sustainability
Sapele is harvested from responsibly managed forests in regions like Ivory Coast, Ghana, Nigeria, Cameroon, and Uganda. These areas follow strict forestry practices which helps maintain healthy levels of the Sapele species.
Care and Maintenance
Sapele’s natural resistance to moisture, rot, and pests makes it suitable for use without treatment, even in outdoor settings. Over time, its color will deepen to a rich reddish-brown hue.
For maintenance, use a mild soap and water solution. Avoid harsh chemicals that may strip the wood's natural oils.
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Sapele
Species Group:
Tropical Hardwoods
Durability:
3 - Moderately Durable (Learn about timber durability)
Colour Description:
Reddish brown
Mean Density:
640 KG/m3
FAS Quality
Product Code: IW-11-20-11
Specify FAS Quality Sapele Planed All Round from iWood Timber
Leadtime
Our timber is imported straight from sawmills on the continent. Our usual lead times are therefore 10 to 14
Delivery Costs
Delivery costs vary by location, and you can view a full range of prices for UK mainland on our deliveries page. For other areas such as Northern Ireland, Rebublic of Ireland, Isle of Man, etc please call us on 01889 597 281 for a delivery price.
Delivery day
Our delivery lorries visit different parts of the country on different days, so once your order is ready we will work with you to arrange a delivery day for when one of our lorries is in your area. We will always arrange the delivery day in advance with you.
Delivery times
We deliver weekdays Monday to Friday between the hours of 8am to 5pm. Our delivery vehicles will have multiple jobs on them which can affect the delivery time to you, depending on factors such as traffic and how long it takes to offload the previous jobs. The driver will call you in advance with an estimated time of arrival to make sure you'll be there.
The ordering process
After placing your order securely online you receive an email confirming the items you have ordered. When your order has arrived at iWood HQ and is ready for dispatch, we will give you a call to arrange delivery.
Can I order samples?
Yes you can, you can order samples of certain timbers online. If the species you need isn't there please give us a call or talk to us on our online chat.
The timbers shown are planed all round samples and are not profiled.
Call our seasoned sales team on 01889 597281.
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Email your cutting list to enquiries@iwood.co.uk
