Sawn Prime American Cherry (per cubic foot)
Our Rough Sawn American Cherry 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 cherry 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 others 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 Cherry Timber is sourced from the very best sawmills in America. 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. There can be a marked colour variation from reddish brown to creamy pink with some paler sapwood. 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 | USA |
| Manufacturer | British Hardwoods |
| Timber Species | American Cherry |
| Timber Grade | Prime |
| Moisture Content | Kiln Dried to 9-11% Moisture |
Properties
Medium strength and resistance to shock loads. It works well with hand and machine tools, and glues, nails, screws and polishes well. American cherry turns, planes and moulds well. Exposure to ultraviolet light can change the wood to a mahogany colour.
Durability
Moderately durable, the heartwood is very resistant to decay.
Typical Uses
Furniture, cabinetmaking, quality joinery, turning, carving, musical instruments including pianos and violin bows and decorative veneers.
Interesting Facts
Grows: Canada and USA
Typical height: 80 ft. (24m)
Trunk diameter: 2 ft. (0.6m)
Specific gravity: 0.58
Typical dry weight: 36 lb/ft3 (580kg/m3)
