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Domestic, Gray Birch


Common Name(s)
Gray Birch
Color/Apperance
Heartwood tends to be a light reddish brown, with nearly white sapwood. Occasionally figured pieces are available with a wide, shallow curl similar to the curl found in Cherry. There is virtually no color distinction between annual growth rings, giving Birch a somewhat dull, uniform appearance.
Grain/Texture
Grain is generally straight or slightly wavy, with a fine, even texture. Low natural luster.
Sustainability
This wood species is not listed in the CITES Appendices or on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species.
Comments
Birch is one of the most widely used woods for veneer and plywood worldwide. Besides regular sheets of plywood, Birch veneer is also used for doors, furniture, and paneling. Wood Info from Copyright © 2008–2022 Eric Meier. https://www.wood-database.com

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