Makore Plain

Quarter cut
Makore veneer quarter cut with reddish brown tone and fine subtle grain
Makore veneer quarter cut with uniform texture and smooth even appearance
Makore veneer quarter cut with warm brown tones and subtle linear grain
Sur quartier
Makore veneer quarter cut with reddish brown tone and fine subtle grain
Makore veneer quarter cut with uniform texture and smooth even appearance
Makore veneer quarter cut with warm brown tones and subtle linear grain
Sur quartier
Makore veneer quarter cut with reddish brown tone and fine subtle grain
Makore veneer quarter cut with uniform texture and smooth even appearance
Makore veneer quarter cut with warm brown tones and subtle linear grain

Plain makore veneer highlights the natural and balanced appearance of this African species. Its surface displays more regular and less contrasted grain than the figured variations, giving the veneer a refined and understated aesthetic. Its color palette, ranging from pinkish-brown to deeper reddish-brown, brings warmth and depth to surfaces while maintaining great versatility in interior applications.

Native to West and Central Africa, makore comes from the species Tieghemella heckelii. It has long been used in furniture and decorative veneer for its refined appearance and its ability to produce harmonious panels. In its plain version, it allows the creation of continuous and balanced surfaces, particularly appreciated in furniture, wall panels, and interior applications where an exotic species with warm tones is desired.

Species Profile

Origin

Ghana

Other Names

African cherry, “Tieghemella heckelii”

Color Range

From pinkish-brown to deep reddish-brown, with darker undertones

Characteristics

Dense and durable wood, fiddleback makore accepts finishes well

Price Range

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Dimensions

Standard size 4′ × 8′; custom sizes available upon request

Machining

Poor

Finishing

Good

CITES Status

Not listed under CITES