Chestnut

Hardwood

Chestnut wood, once abundant, has become rare due to the chestnut blight. It has a light to medium brown color with a straight grain. Chestnut is durable and resistant to decay, but its availability has decreased significantly.

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Physical Properties

Avg Height

Up to 100 ft

Avg Diameter

Up to 4 ft

Janka Hardness

540 lbf (2,400 N)

Kiln Dry

Harvest Age

40 - 60 years

Aesthetic and Functional Ratings

Finishing

8 / 10

Character

7 / 10

Color Uniformity

8 / 10

Gluing

8 / 10

Joint Strength

7 / 10

Workability

7 / 10

Use Cases

Rustic Chestnut Furniture

Beams for Structural Elements

Paneling for Interior Design

Crafted Doors and Cabinets

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