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Bloom & Buzz Small-batch. Single source. Carroll County, Tennessee.

Wood Profile

Black Walnut

Juglans nigra

Color & aging

Rich brown heartwood with lighter sapwood; develops depth with age.

Grain & figure

Generally straight grain with frequent attractive figure.

Hardness / density

Moderately hard and strong while remaining workable.

Stability

Good dimensional stability when properly dried.

Workability

Excellent machining and hand-tool characteristics.

Decay / weather resistance

Heartwood has useful natural decay resistance.

Finishing

Takes oil and clear finishes particularly well.

Common uses

Furniture, tables, cabinetry, shelving, mantels, slabs and turning.

At a glance

How this wood compares

Soft → Hard3/5
Challenging → Easy to work5/5
More movement → Stable4/5
Low → High natural durability3/5
Subtle → Distinctive character5/5

Choose this wood if

you want dark heartwood, refined grain and versatile furniture-grade character.

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