Betula papyriferaBetula papyrifera

White Birch – Paper Birch

Botanical Name : Betula papyrifera – French Name : Bouleau Blanc

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Description

  • -Height : 60-70 ‘(Max 120’)
    -Diameter : 1-2 ‘(Max 6’)
    -Lifespan : 100 years (Max 140 years)
    – Growth :
  • -Weight : 3.15 lbs / bft
    -Hardness : 910 lbs
    -Color: creamy white
    -Sapwood :
    -Grain : Straight
    -Texture : Fine, uniform
    -Machining : Good
    -Sawmilling :
    -Blunting :
    -Molding : Difficult
    -Planing : Medium
    -Shaping :
    -Turning : Very good
    -Boring : Good
    -Mortising : Very good
    -Sablage: Difficult
    -Polishing : Good
    -Finish: Medium
    -Bending : Good
    -Nailing : Medium (Pre-drilling)
    -Gluing : Good
    -Stability:
    -Durability: Low
    -Environment: The bark has long been used for canoes and ornaments.
    -Uses : Boxes & Packaging, Cooperage, Boards, Distillation, Doors, Siding, Furniture, Coils, Siding, Plywood, Special Projects, Tools, Turning, Decorative Veneers
    -Precautions : Wearing a mask and long sleeves are recommended.
    -Budget price : Low