Kossipo — An Elegant Red Treasure From The West African Rainforest

Deep within the vast tropical rainforests of West Africa grows a precious timber meticulously sculpted by nature — Kossipo (Entandrophragma candollei). With its warm reddish-brown tones, delicate yet richly layered grain, and intoxicating natural luster, Kossipo has become a timeless and highly sought-after classic in the world of luxury furniture and interior design.

At first encounter, the heartwood of Kossipo reveals a soft pink to deep red hue. As time passes and it gracefully interacts with the air, the color matures into a rich, mellow reddish-brown or purplish-brown, occasionally adorned with deep, elegant dark stripes — reminiscent of sunlight filtering through an ancient forest at dusk. Its interlocked grain flows with rhythm; sometimes gentle like rippling water, sometimes revealing subtle ribbon-like figures and wavy patterns, bestowing each board with a unique artistic soul.

Kossipo is not merely visually captivating — it possesses outstanding physical properties. With an air-dried density of approximately 0.65–0.75 g/cm³, it strikes an ideal balance of moderate hardness and excellent toughness. Once properly dried, it exhibits exceptional stability with minimal risk of warping or cracking. It machines smoothly, yields impeccably clean planed surfaces, and, when finished and polished, achieves a mirror-like luxurious sheen — perfectly complementing contemporary minimalist, neoclassical, and various other design aesthetics.

Thanks to its naturally good to moderate decay resistance and insect-repellent qualities, Kossipo is widely used in:

- High-end solid wood furniture and bespoke cabinetry

- Luxury flooring, wall paneling, and wooden doors

- Interior decoration of yachts and exclusive clubs

- Rotary-cut veneer and decorative facing

On the international stage, Kossipo is often celebrated as “the refined alternative to African mahogany.” It delivers visual splendor comparable to Sapele yet at a more accessible price point, becoming the crowning touch in countless iconic spaces.

SHD — Your Trusted Expert in Premium African Hardwoods

Since its establishment, HONG KONG SENHEDA WOOD LIMITED. (SHD) has been deeply rooted in the African fine hardwood industry for over two decades. We maintain long-term strategic partnerships with top-tier forests and sawmills in producing countries such as Gabon, Cameroon, and Côte d’Ivoire. Every log of Kossipo is carefully selected, and we oversee the entire journey — from forest to port, drying to grading — ensuring that every board delivered to you is flawless.

SHD — Partnering with you to bring the finest beauty of the West African rainforest into homes around the world.