Origin
Europe and Anatolia
Working properties
Cherry is easy to machine, nails and glues well and when sanded, stained and polished, it produces an excellent smooth finish. It dries fairly slow with moderate shrinkage.
General description
The heartwood of cherry varies from yellow/brown to reddish brown and will darken with age and on exposure to light. The wood has a fine uniform, straight grain, smooth texture and may naturally contain brown pith flecks and small gum pockets.
Main uses
Fine furniture and cabinet making, mouldings, kitchen cabinets, paneling, flooring, doors, musical instruments, turning and carving.
