The following is acceptable for interior use
Yellow Birch
Other Names
Gray Birch; Silver Birch; or Swamp Birch
Characteristics
Very pale sapwood to a deep red heartwood; Strength is good; Weight moderate to heavy.
Milling
Can tear out around knots and can dull tools.
Shaping
Takes a good edge.
Finishing
Finishes to an excellent lustre & stains very well.
Key Uses
Furniture; veneers; flooring.
Comments
Moderately priced but clear sapwood tends to run narrow; Usually stock of 6" & wider; Has color variatoins.
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