American Cherry
American Cherry is a strong but moderately hardwood. It is generally considered too soft for an entire floor but is great for borders and accent pieces. It is rich in color with a fine satin texture. The texture is uniformed and frequently wavy, with distinctive gum veins and pockets. The heartwood can range from a light to dark reddish brown. Sapwood can be a light pale brown with light pinkish tones. American Cherry is extremely light sensitive, meaning the color usually darkens over a short period of time when exposed to light.
Also known as: North American Cherry, Black Cherry, Cherry, North Prunus Serotina.
| Widths | 2 1/4", 3", 3 1/4", 4", 4 1/4" 5", and 5 1/4" widths. | ![]() The wood photographs on this website cannot accurately represent actual color or appearance of the wood due to the differences in the way monitors render images. |
| Color Properties | Heartwood can range from a light to dark reddish brown. Sapwood can be a light pale brown with light pinkish tones. | |
| Packaging | Packed in nested bundles. | |
| Finish | Material is supplied unfinished and prefinished. | |
| Grades | Clear Grade, Select & Better, #1 Common, Rustic / Character Grade | |
| Hardness | 950 | |
| Stability | 7.1 | |
| Origin | North America |


