Birch Wood

Birch wood is a hardwood that comes from the Betula genus of trees. It’s a strong, heavy wood with a straight grain and a uniform texture:

Color
Birch wood is pale yellow-brown with a white sapwood and a light reddish-brown heartwood.

Texture
Birch wood has a fine, even texture and a close, straight grain. However, some pieces may have a wavy or curly grain.

Properties
Birch wood is hard, strong, and has good shock resistance and crushing strength. It’s also resistant to decay and stains well.

Uses
Birch wood is used for a variety of purposes, including furniture, flooring, cabinets, paneling, doors, toys, and turnings. Birch plywood is also a popular choice for furniture because it’s strong, water resistant, and easy to clean.
Birch trees are fast-growing and abundant, and can grow up to 65 feet tall in North America. The most common species of birch in North America are white birch, yellow birch, and black birch.