June 2, 201214 yr I bought about 200 BF of Sapele recently at a great price and I'm building some things from it but I also have some shorts left over. here's my question. is sapele food safe for cutting boards? The deep red would sure be pretty on a board. Whatcha thing gang?Ron DudelstonSite HostAbove and Beyond WoodWorks
June 2, 201214 yr Here's a link. From the looks of it, it may cause skin irritation in some folks. It doesn't mention if it's food safe, though.SapeleI've seen quite a few turned bowls using Sapele. Since some mention that they use a food safe finish, I'm assuming they will be used for edibles.Gene'The true soldier fights not because he hates what is in front of him, but because he loves what is behind him.' G. K. Chesterton
June 2, 201214 yr Ron, it's used primarily for instrument making, guitar bodies, uke's etc. We have a great link to Wood Species on our site, it lists the Wiki definitions of wood. I could not find anything stating it's uses in food related utensils through my research,John MorrisThe Patriot WoodworkerProud Supporter of Wounded Warrior Project and Homes For Our Troops
June 2, 201214 yr Made some rolling pins from it, although I think it is a little soft for some of the abuse a rolling pin can take. When you put a Mineral Oil finish on them, the grain is gorgeous. Lew Kauffman-Wood Turners Forum HostTime traveler. Purveyor of the world's finest custom rolling pins!
June 2, 201214 yr Here's something I just found- http://www.lombardiswoodworking.com/ Sushi boards made of Sapele and Maple- of course there are some who would say Sushi is not a food safe item Lew Kauffman-Wood Turners Forum HostTime traveler. Purveyor of the world's finest custom rolling pins!
June 3, 201214 yr RonI have never made anything for food processing with it. But would imagine it depends on the finish used. Also consider what abuse it may take. Wish I could be more help.Wayne MahlerGod bless and protect our troops that serve so we can be free.
June 3, 201214 yr I searched for a food safe wood list for you but was unsuccessful. You might consider going by a Toxicity list. It might not give you the the food processing safeness but it might give you enough insight to help in your decision. This is one that i have referred to in the past. http://www.wood-database.com/wood-articles/wood-allergies-and-toxicity/No greater Loves than God, Family, Friends, country, the sight of flying chips and the smell of saw dust.
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