Commercial plywood generally refers to the grade of plywood. While it is true that moisture resistant plywood can withstand some amount of moisture and humidity. Commercial plywood is the most widely used type of plywood for interior decoration, room furniture, packing decorate, etc. It is typically a deep pinkish-red brown to dark rusty color. Sapele Plywood has a lustrous grain and consistent color. The grain pattern is uniform with a satiny texture. Sapele Plywood is strong, durable, and accepts stains and finishes very well. Sapele Plywood is a common substitute for South American Mahogany. Common uses for Sapele Plywood are furniture, cabinetry, and other interior applications.

Sapele is known by another name Sapele or Sapelli or Sapele mahogany. Sapele got its name from Sapele City in Nigeria. Where there is a preponderance of the tree. It is exported to other countries of the world from here. Sapele is important for the economy of Nigeria. Sapele wood is considered an alternative to mahogany.