Walnut Wood

Colour/Appearance:

Heartwood is a golden yellow to reddish brown, sometimes with darker streaks and veins. Colour tends to darken upon exposure and with age. Sapwood is a medium yellow to light gray, and is generally narrow

Grain/Texture:

Grain is usually slightly interlocked, but is sometimes straight. Medium, uniform texture, with a high level of natural luster.

Rot Resistance:

Decay resistant & is rated as moderately durable, with the heartwood being resistant to powder post beetles, but susceptible to termites.

Workability:

Generally easy to work with both hand and machine tools, though care must be taken to avoid tear out when surfacing interlocked grain. Turns, glues, and finishes well.

Odor:

African Walnut has a cedar-like scent.

Sustainability:

This wood species is not listed in the CITES Appendices, but is on the IUCN Red List.