The Wood:
A moderately hard, straight-grained, even-textured wood with great strength properties. Works well with hand and machine tools. Density 670kg/m3.
The Tree:
Similar to white Beech. Good stem formation, tall and straight. Slow growth, can take up to 60 years to reach required height
Colour:
Pink due to the steaming process. The intensity of the colour is proportionate to the number of hours exposed to steaming.
Typical uses:
Furniture, chairs, carving, toys, plywood
Source region:
Europe
Germany, Bavaria, Beech tree in autumn