| Botanical Name: |
Betula papyrifera |
| Other Names: |
Paper birch, White birch,
American Birch. |
| Natural Characteristics: |
Tough, heavy wood. |
| Color: |
Medium brown heartwood with a light cream
colored sapwood. |
| Workability: |
 Plywood veneer tends to splinter when cut. |
| Finishing Qualities: |
Grain may tend to stain unevenly. Try applying a "spit coat" to reduce blotching. Scratches may show us when finish is applied. |
| Durability: |
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| Uses: |
Used by American Indians to make Birch Bark
Canoes. Plywood, furniture, cabinets, toys, and veneer. |
| Comments: |
Birch is one of the most common woods found in entry level furniture and cabinetry. |
| Price: | Inexpensive |
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