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Birch comes from
Eastern USA and Canada

Botanical Name:
Betula alleghaniensis
 
Other Names:
American birch, Birch, Gray birch, Silver birch, Swamp birch, Yellow birch
 
Color:
Cream or light brown tinged with red.
 
Characteristics:
A straight-grained wood with fine even texture. Heavy and very strong. Straight-grain lumber works well. however, swirly or irregular grain may be difficult to machine without tear out.
 
Typical Uses:
Cabinets, furniture, joinery, flooring, turning, and high grade plywood.