Whitebeam wood

Whitebeam wood
Appearance	Whitebeam wood presents a striking visual contrast between its white sapwood and its brown-reddish to chocolate-brown heartwood, often with a fine, smooth grain. Occasionally, the grain can appear curly or wavy. This sharp contrast between heartwood and sapwood makes it an excellent substitute for hickory, capable of adding distinctive character to an otherwise ordinary interior or serving as the focal point in a bold kitchen design. Whitebeam fits naturally within rustic décor where light and dark elements alternate, often being used to achieve a rustic effect similar to hickory.
Physical Properties	Whitebeam is an exceptionally hard wood with a Janka hardness rating of 1820. Despite its hardness, it is not particularly heavy. Historically famous for its use in making clogged wheels before the industrial revolution, it is noted for its remarkable stability, exhibiting very low shrinkage. Whitebeam can withstand significant friction while maintaining a smooth surface. It also boasts high resilience, shock resistance, and durability, making it well-suited for demanding applications.
Working Properties	Whitebeam is somewhat challenging to saw due to its hardness, which quickly dulls tools. However, it produces very smooth cuts. The white sapwood is prone to burn marks during cutting, so caution is needed. The wood sands exceptionally well, achieving an almost glass- like polish. Due to its tendency to splinter, pre-drilling for screws and nails is essential.
Trivia:	Whitebeam’s high mineral content makes it poor firewood, earning it the reputation of “the wood that doesn’t burn.” This unique characteristic made it valuable for marking boundaries throughout Europe's countryside, as its bright-red berries remain visible on branches all winter long. This visibility, combined with its uselessness as firewood, meant that no one would cut it down to fuel a fire, ensuring its longevity as a boundary marker.

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Cabinets are available in a variety of wood species, including alder, ash, beech wood, oak, maple, cherry, walnut, and multi-species. Each wood species has its own unique grain pattern and color, so you can choose the one that best suits your personal style and the overall look of your home.