Birch

Botanical Name:	Betula papyrifera
Other Names:	Paper birch, White birch, American Birch.
Natural Characteristics:	Tough, heavy wood.
Color:	Medium brown heartwood with a light cream colored sapwood.
Workability:	Plywood veneer tends to splinter when cut.
Finishing Qualities:	Grain may tend to stain unevenly. Try applying a "spit coat" to reduce blotching. Scratches may show us when finish is applied.
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Uses:	Used by American Indians to make Birch Bark Canoes. Plywood, furniture, cabinets, toys, and veneer.
Comments:	Birch is one of the most common woods found in entry level furniture and cabinetry.
Price:	Inexpensive