River Birch wood sample
River Birch grain sample

River Birch

Betula spp.

A rare and valuable hardwood with good working properties, suitable for furniture and cabinetry applications.

Type
Hardwood
Janka Hardness
1,451 lbf
Soft
Density
44.00 lb/ft³
(641.00 kg/m³)
Origin
Various regions
Wavy Grain Fine Texture Common Moderate Cost

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Appearance Characteristics

Color

Medium brown heartwood with lighter sapwood

Grain Pattern

Wavy

Texture

Fine

Luster

Medium

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