Scientific name:
Fagus grandifolia, Fagus sylvatica L.
Other names and related species:
Haya Europeia(E); Faia-Europeia, Common Beech.
Tree Description:
Alburo and duramen from white orange to light pink. • Fiber: Straight • Grain: Fine • Characteristic Defects: Growth tensions. False purple heart due to chromogen attacks. The sapwood is indistinguishable from the core. The core is a very pale brown, ranging from light reddish brown to golden yellow.
Bulk density at 12% moisture:
730 kg/m3 – semi-heavy wood.
Dimensional stability:
Volumetric contraction coefficient: 0.51%. – Ratio between contractions: 2.05% – with a tendency to rise.
Hardness (Monnin):
4.0 – semi hard
Resistance to static bending:
1.100 kg/cm2
Module of elasticity:
145.000 kg/cm2
Compressive strength:
580 Kg/cm2
Durability:
Not very durable
Mechanization:
Sawing: Easy, risk of deformation. • Drying: Difficult and slow. Risk of cracks. • Flatten: Easy. Curves relatively well. • Screwing: Easy • Nailing and screwing: No hassle • Finishing: Easy.
Usability:
Usable
Use Indications:
Interior Carpentry, Interior Furniture, Flooring, Plated Panel, Decorative Sheet.
Source: REMADE