WS-20
included in Standard wood assortment pack
CHERRY (Black cherry, Capulin, Choke cherry, New England mahogany, Plum, Rum cherry)
From the United States
The popularity of cherry in the furniture market is reported to have increased over the
years because of its warmth, personality, and ease of use. The narrow sapwood is whitish
to reddish brown or creamy pink. The heartwood varies in color from reddish brown to deep
red or light reddish brown. Cherry is reported to be very sensitive to UV light, and
changes to its characteristic reddish-brown, mahogany shade upon exposure. The grain and
texture are fine and fairly uniform. Luster is rich and satiny and finishing
characteristics are good.
Common uses include boat building, cabinetmaking, caskets, fine furniture, musical
instruments, scientific instruments, sculpture, interior construction, handles and
wainscoting.
Specific Gravity is .54 (medium density). Turns very easily.
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