Thickness: 4/4 – 8/4

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Grades: FAS/1F, 1 Common, 2 Common 

 

Other Common Names: Black Willow, Swamp Willow

 

General Description: The sapwood of willow varies according to growing conditions and is light creamy brown in colour. In contrast, the heartwood is pale reddish brown to greyish brown. The wood has a fine even texture and, although generally straight grained, it can sometimes be interlocked, or display figure.

 

Distribution: Eastern USA. Principal commercial areas are the Middle and Southern States, along the Mississippi river. Reasonable availability, although availability in exports markets may vary and may be restricted to certain grades and thinner stock.

 

Common Uses: Furniture, joinery, interior moldings, paneling, doors, sports equipment, kitchen utensils and toys.