
Characteristics of European Chestnut
Origin of Wood Type | Europe |
Botanical Name | Castanea sativa |
Specific Gravity | 0.54 |
Avg. Weight Per BF | 3.00 lb/ bf |
Color Range | Tan – Yellow – Light Brown |
Rarity / Availability | Readily Available |
Typical Avg. Width | 4″ to 15″ |
Typical Avg. Length | 6′ to 14′ |
Avg. Waste Factor | 0.5 |
Wood Uses | Furniture, Cabinetry, Architectural Millwork, Wood Carving, Veneer and many other uses |
Lumber Grades | Flitch |
Other Trade Names | Sweet Chestnut, Spanish Chestnut |