Sawn Prime European Beech (per cubic foot)
Our Rough Sawn European Beech Timber is supplied by the cubic foot in full sized boards. The boards are supplied in random widths, typically between 90mm and 200mm, but this can vary depending on our timber stocks at the time of placement of order. The board lengths tend to be around 2.4 metres to 3 metres, but again can vary. If you wish to place an order, please contact us to obtain a current guide to stock availability.
If you require timber in specific widths or with a fully planed finish, we would recommend our planed all round beech timber.
Please Note: It is to be expected that the sawn boards will display watermarking due to the kiln drying process. This completely natural phenomenon occurs as the water dries out from the timber. This natural surface marking, along with any other marks, will be removed when you plane and/or sand the boards.
Guide to Cubic Foot Calculation:
An average 3m x 5" x 1" board equates to 0.35 cubic foot
Our Rough Sawn Beech Timber is sourced from the very best sawmills in Europe. The timber is a prime grade though may contain some small knots. The timber will also have splits due to the kiln-drying process. Knots and splits in rough sawn stock are not considered defects because good cutting can be achieved around these natural features. The wood has a straight grain with a distinctive fleck. The boards are carefully stored in our heated and acclimatised factory giving an average moisture content of between 9-11%.
| Country of Manufacture | United Kingdom |
|---|---|
| Country of Origin | Germany |
| Manufacturer | British Hardwoods |
| Timber Species | European Beech |
| Timber Grade | Prime |
| Moisture Content | Kiln Dried to 9-11% Moisture |
Properties
It has medium stiffness and high crushing strength. Pre-boring is necessary when nailing. It glues easily, stains and dyes well and takes an excellent finish. It is very good for turning.
Typical Uses
Solid and laminated furniture such as desks, benches and chairs (including bentwood furniture), quality joinery, kitchenware, tools, tool handles and workbenches, musical instruments, toys, bobbins, decorative veneers and plywood.
Interesting Facts
Grows: Throughout Central Europe and the UK; also Eastern Asia
Typical height: 100 ft (30m)
Trunk diameter: 4 ft (1.2m)
Specific gravity: 0.72
Typical dry weight: 45 lb/ft3 (720kg/m3)
