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Butternut


 

Scientific Name: Juglans cinerea
Common Names: Butternut
Market Availability: Limited available in 4/4. Very limited availability in 5/4 – 8/4.
Common Uses: Furniture, cabinets
Regional Differences: Butternut grows in regions similar to walnut
Color Specifications: Unselected
Grade: NHLA Walnut grade rules
Defects to consider: Stain, sticker shadow
Alternatives: Soft Maple
Shipping Weight: : Kiln Dried 2630 lbs/MBF (421 kg/m3)
Specific Gravity: Kiln Dried 0.38
Compressive Strength: (Perpendicular to grain) 460 psi
Janka Hardness: (Pounds-force) 490