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BEECH WOOD

Alternative Names & Variations: American Beechwood

Color: Pale Cream, with a Pink or Brown Hue

Hardness: Hard

Sustainability Status: Very Sustainable / Stable Species Population

Characteristics: Beech wood is known for its sturdiness and moderate weight. Beech trees produce wood with a straight grain and a fine to medium uniform texture. Despite its perishable nature, beech is a workhorse in the workshop, responding exceptionally well to steam-bending.

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STRENGTHS

Very easy to work with hand and machine tools. Beech wood is soft, sands easily, and finishes well.
Beech wood is abundant in the US, making it accessible for small and large-scale projects.
Beech wood is often used for lumber, furniture, flooring, veneers, and more.

WEAKNESSES

Due to its short fibers, Beech wood exhibits low resistance to bending and is prone to significant warping when exposed to changes in humidity.
Beech wood has a bland appearance compared to some other hardwoods. Alterations such as wood burning are recommended to add more personality.

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