Butternut
A readily available hardwood with excellent working properties, suitable for furniture and cabinetry applications.
Type
Hardwood
Janka Hardness
1,279 lbf
Soft
Density
53.00 lb/ft³
(945.00 kg/m³)
Origin
Various regions
Irregular Grain
Fine Texture
Common
High Cost
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Appearance Characteristics
Color
Medium brown heartwood with lighter sapwood
Grain Pattern
Irregular
Texture
Fine
Luster
High
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