ADD BEECH TO YOUR ORDER Product Description: Beech Timber Our live edge timbers can be cut down to square edge, select this option in the drop-down above. Do call us or get in touch on our Contact Us page and speak to our passionate team if you have any queries. Overview Originating from the dense woodlands of Europe, Beech is renowned for its stability and fine texture. Flaunting shades from pale cream to reddish-brown, this hardwood seamlessly merges utility with visual allure. Famed for its durability and even grain, it is consistently selected for furniture, flooring, and precision woodwork. Appearance Board Edges: Available in Planed All Round (PAR). Colour & Grain: Beech shines in hues from a delicate cream to a warmer reddish-brown. Its grain is straight and even, culminating in a sleek and refined surface. Patterns: While mostly consistent in texture, it can sometimes exhibit subtle patterns, adding to its natural beauty. Special Note: Its lighter hue makes it particularly suited to various stains and finishes, broadening design versatility. For those in pursuit of strength paired with classic elegance, Timber Lot’s Beech Timber stands unmatched. Technical Specification Common Name: Commonly identified as Beech. Family: Fagaceae Genus: Fagus Measurement Details: Supplied in cubic metres (M3) (1M3 is tantamount to 35.315 Ft3.) Weight (Kiln Dried): 710 KG/M3. Format: Waney edge sawn boards or straight edge sawn boards. Width: Plank widths begin at 150mm, potentially beyond 250mm – call us if you have specific requirements. Uses of Beech Furniture Crafting: Its consistent grain and resilience make it an artisan’s top pick for various furniture pieces. Flooring: Its innate sturdiness, coupled with visual appeal, renders it a commendable choice for flooring. Kitchen Utensils: Owing to its non-toxic nature and durability, it is favoured for crafting kitchen utensils and cutlery. Veneer Production: The timber’s uniform grain and appearance make it sought after for veneer applications. Toys: Its non-toxicity and toughness have made it popular in the toy manufacturing industry. Musical Instruments: Its sound resonance finds its niche in the crafting of some musical instruments. Characteristics of Beech Colour: Spanning from light cream to deeper reddish tones, it encapsulates nature’s warmth. Grain: With a predominantly straight grain, Beech promises a smooth and consistent look. Durability: As a testament to its hardwood status, it boasts commendable longevity. Workability: Loved by craftsmen for its cooperative nature, it excels in tasks like cutting, moulding, and finishing. Finishing: Its natural colour palette offers a receptive base, accommodating a spectrum of finishes. Texture: Characterised by its silky-smooth touch, it imparts a tactile pleasure to its admirers. Further details about our Grades can be found here.
