European Yew

A readily available hardwood with good working properties, suitable for furniture and cabinetry applications.

Type
Hardwood
Janka Hardness
1,277 lbf
Soft
Density
50.00 lb/ft³
(817.00 kg/m³)
Origin
Europe
Interlocked Grain Medium Texture Limited Moderate Cost

Appearance Characteristics

Color

Medium brown heartwood with lighter sapwood

Grain Pattern

Interlocked

Texture

Medium

Luster

Medium

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