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Prunus serotina

Black cherry

Pinkish-brown that darkens richly with UV exposure. Cuts cleanly; sands and finishes well.

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Janka hardness950 lbf
Modulus of elasticity1.49 ×10⁶ psi
Specific gravity (oven-dry / green vol.)0.50
Total tangential shrinkage (green → 0% MC)7.1 %
Total radial shrinkage (green → 0% MC)3.7 %
WorkabilityEasy
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Try Black cherry in the Shrinkulator or Sagulator.

Source: USDA Forest Products Lab, Wood Handbook (FPL-GTR-190).