Goliath Hardwoods
Cherry
$6.92
American Cherry is prized for its rich color transformation — boards start out a pale pinkish-brown and deepen to a warm reddish-brown over time with exposure to light. It machines cleanly, sands to a glassy finish, and glues and finishes exceptionally well. Grain is typically straight with a fine, uniform texture. One of the most rewarding domestic hardwoods to work with. Often used in period reproduction and high-end furniture where a refined, elegant look is desired.
Latin name: Prunus serotina
Janka hardness: 950 lbf
Origin: Eastern North America
Avg. dried weight: 35 lbs / ft³
Workability: Excellent
Common uses: Fine furniture · Cabinets · Millwork · Veneer · Musical instruments · Turning