The following is acceptable for interior use
Red Birch
Other Names
Cherry or Black Birch
Characteristics
This is the heartwood of the yellow birch tree.
Milling
Difficult to mill when there is figure in the wood.
Shaping
Leaves a good edge.
Finishing
Can be finished to look like cherry.
Key Uses
Furniture, Cabinetry & Flooring.
Comments
Typically the stock is sold as "red one face", meaning: 100% red on one side, 50% or less of red on reverse. The figured wood is highly desirable.
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