The Hornbeam Family
Scientific Name: | Carpinus caroliniana |
Location: | Eastern United States |
Dried Weight: | 49lbs/ft3 |
Janka Hardness: | 1,860lbf |
Crushing Strength: | 7,760lbf /in2 |
American Hornbeam has a heartwood that is pale yellowish brown and a sapwood that is very thick and is nearly white. The grain is straight and it has a fine even texture. The end grain is diffuse-porous. Hornbeam is rated as non-durable to perishable in regards to decay. It is somewhat difficult to work with because of its high density and toughness. It glues, stains, and finishes well. It also has excellent turning properties.
Scientific Name: | Carpinus betulus |
Location: | Europe and western Asia |
Dried Weight: | 46lbs/ft3 |
Janka Hardness: | 1,630lbf |
Crushing Strength: | 7,315lbf /in2 |
European Hornbeam has a heartwood that is pale yellowish brown and a sapwood that is very thick and is nearly white. The grain is straight and it has a fine even texture. The end grain is diffuse-porous. Hornbeam is rated as non-durable to perishable in regards to decay. It is somewhat difficult to work with because of its high density and toughness. It glues, stains, and finishes well. It also has excellent turning properties.