BUTTERNUT - (Juglans cinera) - also known as White Walnut or Golden Walnut the wood is a light tan that ages to a nice doeskin color over time. It typically doesn't have a lot of figure or wild grain. It is a member of the walnut family with a similar grain structure and appearance, but a lighter weight or specific gravity. It carves and works very easily, and will take a nice stain, although these days it is chosen more for the fact that its natural color is between the dark and light hardwoods that are generally available.
Historically it was used as a walnut substitute in areas where walnut wasn't readily available, but these days it is sought after where a lighter color is desired.
Butternut is one of North American’s most beautiful timbers. At one time considered “poor man’s walnut” butternut is now blighting and only found in 10% of it’s former range.
Historically it was used as a walnut substitute in areas where walnut wasn't readily available, but these days it is sought after where a lighter color is desired.
Butternut is one of North American’s most beautiful timbers. At one time considered “poor man’s walnut” butternut is now blighting and only found in 10% of it’s former range.