Birch Wood

A fine-grained, moderately hard North American hardwood that ranges from creamy white to light reddish-brown depending on whether sapwood or heartwood is used. Birch is one of the most popular cabinet woods because it machines cleanly, accepts paint and stain well, and costs less than maple or cherry. It is widely used for cabinet boxes, drawers, and painted or stained door styles.

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