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Article: Cherry: an American tradition for fine furniture. (wood)(includes related article)
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- Wood & Wood Products
- Article date:
- December 1, 1994
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If the legend holds true, George Washington was a visionary when he chopped down the cherry tree. Cherry has since grown to be one of the most popular furniture woods in U.S. history.
Cherry is considered by many to be in the same class as mahogany. The uses for cherry wood are varied. It is a fine furniture and cabinetry wood, prized for its natural luster and attractive grain. It is also a beautiful carving and turnery wood and is used for sculpture. Cherry is also a popular choice for domestic ware, toys, musical instruments, tobacco pipes, and boat interiors, plus backing blocks for printing plates because of its strength and stability. An excellent veneer, ...