Sawn Prime American Black Walnut (per cubic foot)

Our Rough Sawn Black Walnut Timber is sourced from the very best sawmills in America. The timber is a prime grade though many contain some small knots. The wood can vary from light brown to purplish black with a creamy coloured sapwood. The boards are carefully stored in our heated and acclimatised factory giving an average moisture content of between 9-11%.

Properties
It turns, carves, mortises, nails, screws, sands and paints well. Gluing is satisfactory. It stains and polishes easily to a high finish.

Durability
Highly durable and resistant to decay.

Typical Uses
A prized cabinetmaking wood, it is also the chosen wood in the US for gunstocks and rifle butts. It is also used for quality furniture, architectural work, flooring, boat building, musical instruments, turning, carving, office furniture, kitchen cabinets, sporting goods, and umbrella handles. It is sliced for decorative veneers and is an important wood for making plywood. The tree also produces edible nuts.

Interesting Facts
Grows: Canada and USA.
Typical height: 70-90 ft (21-27m)
Trunk diameter: 2-4 ft (0.6-1.2m)
Specific gravity: 0.64
Typical dry weight: 40 lb/ft³ (640kg/m³)