Nussbaum amerikanisch
The American walnut tree, also known as black walnut, is a deciduous tree native to the USA that is related to our native European walnut tree.
Walnut wood is a highly sought-after veneer that is considered to be of high quality and has many uses. It is valued in furniture making for its high elasticity and is also a traditional wood used in piano making.Compared to its European counterpart, American walnut is darker and has more violet tones. The wood is generally dark brown with irregular annual rings. Beautiful burls often form. Another distinguishing feature are the so-called “bird packs.” These are growths and inclusions that are distributed somewhat when cut and form streaks in the wood, which are considered to reduce quality.
Walnut wood can be worked easily with all tools. However, it should be dried slowly to avoid cell damage. Nevertheless, the wood has only a slight tendency to warp and crack.
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Sources:
Fritz Kohl, 2012, „Furniere“, Seite 185Schwarznuss – Wikipedia Letzter Zugriff 12.05.2025
Bilder: "Templin Furnier e.K."