Cherry
Prunus serotina
Cherry is a premier furniture wood, valued for its beautiful color that deepens with age and its excellent finishing properties.
Type
Hardwood
Janka Hardness
995 lbf
Very Soft
Density
35.00 lb/ft³
(561.00 kg/m³)
Origin
Eastern North America
Straight Grain
Fine Texture
Common
Moderate Cost
Appearance Characteristics
Color
Light pinkish brown when fresh, aging to medium reddish brown
Grain Pattern
Straight
Texture
Fine
Luster
High
General Appearance
Fine, even texture with natural luster and beautiful color development
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