American Black Walnut

Juglans nigra

Also known as: Black Walnut, Eastern Walnut

Appearance

American Black Walnut heartwood is rich chocolate-brown to dark purplish-brown, sometimes with darker streaks. The sapwood is nearly white and sharply demarcated. The grain is usually straight but can be wavy or figured. It has a medium to coarse texture and a natural lustre that deepens with age.

Workability

Black Walnut is a pleasure to work with. It machines beautifully, takes an excellent natural finish, and carves superbly. One of the most sought-after furniture timbers in the world, valued for its rich colour and dimensional stability.

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