• Cherry timber

    Code: 435
    Tree family
    Rose family (Rosaceae)
    Wood type
    Deciduous
    Hardness
    Solid wood
    Wood species
    Cherry

    Prunus Serotina

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    Cherry

    Origin: North America

    Use: Furniture making, doors, interior finishing, musical instruments, car and ship finishing, etc.

    Colour: Red / reddish brown

    Height of tree: up to 30 m.

    Texture: Fine

    Bark: Light brown when young, reddish brown turning to grey when mature

    Processing: Good

    Resistance: Medium resistance to decay and insects

    Average density at 12% moisture content: 0.56 g/cm3