Satin Nuss
This wood is obtained from the American sweetgum tree, a deciduous tree that grows in the southeastern states of the USA. The tree can produce a sap that was formerly used to make chewing gum. The wood is also known as red gum.
The sweetgum tree is a common species in its growing areas, which is why its wood is a commonly used timber in the USA and ranks second among American hardwoods after oak.In the USA, it is used for inexpensive furniture, plywood, fruit crates, paper pulp, and barrels. It is little known in Europe as a veneer. If used, it is used for interior design.
The sapwood is cream-colored and relatively uniform, while the heartwood has reddish to dark brown tones. The grain of the heartwood and sapwood alternate, creating a beautiful marbled effect. Heartwood and sapwood processed together can be extremely decorative. The heartwood often has a silky sheen.
Mechanical processing is easy with all tools. Drying, on the other hand, must be carried out slowly and carefully, as the wood has a strong tendency to crack and warp. Even after drying, temperature fluctuations can cause the wood to warp significantly.
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Translated from German to English via AI (DeepL).
Sources:
Fritz Kohl, 2012, „Furniere“, Seite 173https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amerikanischer_Amberbaum Letzter Zugriff 12.05.2025
Bilder: "Templin Furnier e.K."