European Beech
Hardwoods from Europe are well accepted as being some of the highest quality in the world. Beech is an important and widely-used hardwood in Europe. Its hardness, wear-resistance, strength, and excellent bending capabilities—coupled with its low price—make this hardwood a mainstay for many European woodworkers. Depending on soil conditions, European Beech can grow to very large sizes, and wide, long lumber is commonly available for use.
European Beechwood usually is white, pale cream or pale brown and steaming relieves drying stresses while also bringing out a pinkish-red color. This wood is fairly hard and has a fine and even texture. Beech has exceptional steam bending properties, even when knots and irregular grain are present. It can be bent to very small radii, which makes it particularly useful in the furniture industry. The scientific name is Fagus Sylvatica. It is well accepted as being one of the highest quality in the world.
Workability: Overall good workability; it machines well, and glues, finishes, and turns well. Beech also responds superbly to steam-bending.
Common Uses
Its common uses are Door frames, furniture, flooring, stairs, and bent wood for furniture.