American walnut

Heartwood can be light grayish-brown, dark chocolate or purplish-black. Sapwood is whitish to yellowish brown, unless stained or steamed to match the heartwood. Texture is usually coarse, but develops a lustrous patina in time. Typical dry weight: 640kg/m3. Grows in Canada and USA.

Hard tough wood with moderate crushing and bending strength. Low stiffness, works well with machine and hand tools.

Quality cabinetmaking, furniture, architectural work, flooring, boatbuilding, musical instrument and sporting goods. Sliced for decorative veneers and used for plywood.