Beech

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• Beech
• Wood identification
• Uses in woodworking
• AvailabiIity
• Machining methods
• Carving comments
• Turning tips
• Shop-Tested Techniques

Uses in woodworking

Because beech steam-bends as readily as ash, it works well for chair legs and backs. In fact, this under-used wood could be made into any type of interior furniture, cabinets, flooring, and trim. As drawers, beech actually becomes slicker as it rubs against other wood members. Woodturners use beech for items such as goblets with delicate stems. It's also ideal for food-use vessels like cutting boards and spoons because it imparts no odor or taste, and takes abuse. Carvers, though, find it difficult to tackle.

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