Beech Steamed
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Veneer description
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Fagus sylvatica
Beech
Hétre
Haya
Faggio
Beech
Pear
Europe
Most commonly used veneer wood. (Up to 40 years ago only used as fuel). Used white or steamed as a veneer (see below). |
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Colour white to grey-red, steamed attractive red-brown. Frequently occurring splashes and dark marks lower the quality of the wood. |
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Red beech wood is very suitable for staining and polishing. |
Price grading
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2-4 |
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