American Cherry:

Below you will find information about some of the timber I use in the making of Chairs, and other furniture. (some of it may not be avalable in your area.)

American Cherry:

• "Prunus serotina"

Other Names:

• Black Cherry.
• Cabinet Cherry.

Sources:

• Canada.
• U.S.A.

Tree Characteristics:

• A tree of moderate size, reaching 70ft in height, with a trunk about 1ft 8in in diameter.

Characteristics of the wood:

• A hard straight grained wood, with fine texture.
• The heartwood is reddish brown to deep red, with brown flecks and some gum pockets.
• The sapwood is narrow and pink in colour.
• The wood is moderately strong and durable, and can be steam bent.

Workability:

• It works well with hand and machine tools, and is a good wood for turning.
• It glues well.

Average dried weight:

• 36lb/cuft.

Finishing:

• It takes well and can be polished to a fine finish with all types of polish.

Common uses:

• Furniture.
• Turney.
• Pattern making.
• Joinery.
• Musical instruments.
• Tobacco pipes.
• Veneers.