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Beech (Fagus grandifolia)
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| Other names: |
American beech (UK)
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Canada, USA
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Straight-grained wood, with fine even texture. Light brown to reddish brown in color, slightly coarser than European beech.
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Medium
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46lb/cubic foot (740kg/cubic meter)
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Cabinetmaking, bentwood furniture, interior joinery, turning.
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| Finishing: |
Good
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