Birch

Birch, also called Silver Birch (scientific name: Betulapendula), has a heartwood of light red-brown color. Sapwood is nearly white. Its texture is even, luster is low and grain ranges from slightly wavy to mostly straight.

Birch is commonly found in Eastern North America. It is perishable, prone to insect attack, and will rot.

Janka Hardness :

4,050 N (910 lbf)

Average Dried Weight :

610 kg/m3 (38 lbs/ft3)

Workability :

Good results can be achieved with either hand tools or machine tools. It is good with glues and stains, and finishes well. Boards with wild grain are prone to tear-out during machining.