European Prime Beech
Botanical Name
Overview
FAS, FAS/FAS IF, No.1 Common, No.2 Common.
Construction, furniture, interior joinery, kitchen cabinets, doors, panelling, mouldings, turning and carving
Certification
FSC
FSC CW
Origin
North America
Density
510 kg/m3
Physical Structure
A medium density wood with low bending, shock resistance, stiffness and compression values. Very strong for its weight and ideal for laminating, beams and structures
Durability
Slightly durable
Drying
Dries easily and well, with little degrade
Moisture Content
10% – 12% (+/-2%)
Working Qualities
A versatile timber that is easy to machine, plane, turn, glue and bore. Dries easily with minimal degrade. Very good dimensional stability and little tendency to split when nailed. Takes and holds paint, enamel and stain exceptionally well)
Storage Advice
Under cover
Purchasing Cycle
12 month
