Walnut, American Black

Walnut, American Black                                                        Density:  660 kg/m3

Commercial Names:  Virginia Walnut, Walnut.

Scientific name:  Juglans Nigra.        

Family: Juglandaceae.

Distribution:  Eastern USA & Ontario, Canada.

General Description: The heartwood is a rich dark brown to a purplish-black with a distinct grey sapwood.  The grain can be straight but will often have a wavy or curly grain and a rather coarse texture.  The sapwood is not classified as defect but as a feature of American Black Walnut.     

Suitable Externally:    Yes

Max. Fire-Rating:        FD60