Beech

Beech wood: versatility, stability and clear elegance

The Beech (Fagus sylvatica) Is a deciduous species that is very common in French temperate forests, known for its Versatility, dear Fineness of grain And her Good stability. Often acclaimed by furniture, lathe or carpentry professionals, it offers an excellent compromise between Aesthetics, Mechanical Performance And Ease of Work.

Characteristics of Beech Wood

Beech Wood is distinguished by:

• A Light Shade : Pinkish to Pale Brown, Which May Darken Slightly Over Time
• A fine and homogeneous grain, with a generally straight thread
• Medium to high density : between 680 and 730 kg/m³
• A smooth texture, ideal for finishes and surface treatments

Technical properties

• Young's module : approximately 12,000 MPa
• Monnin hardness : wood Medium-hard to hard (3 to 6 N/mm)
• Dimensional stability : Good, subject to thorough drying
• Natural Job Class : Class 1 to 2, not durable without treatment
• Sustainability : sensitive to fungal attacks without protection (ideal for indoor use)

Uses of Beech Wood

Beech is a wood that is particularly appreciated for:

• La Furniture Manufacturing (chairs, tables, drawers, shelves...)
• La Interior Carpentry
• La Parquetry
• La Shooting and sculpting (Thanks to its fine grain)
• Les Kitchenware (spoons, cutting boards, rolls...)
• Les Technical parts Requiring a High Density and a Good Hold

The Beech from La Scierie Vuitton

At the Vuitton Sawmill, the Beech represents around 20% of our production. Thanks to our family know-how and our efficient drying equipment, we guarantee perfectly prepared beech wood, Dried to 10— 12% relative humidity, and offered in a wide range of thicknesses. The care taken at each stage — selection, sawing, wiping, drying — ensures a Consistent quality, ideal for demanding professionals.