North America

Tree Data
The tree is described as large, with a diameter of 12 to 24 inches (30 to 60 cm), and a height 60 to 80 feet (18 to 24 m).

Sapwood Color
The sapwood is very thin, and is described as nearly white in color.

Heartwood Color
The heartwood is described as whitish with a reddish tinge, or light brown to reddish brown.

Grain
The wood has straight, mostly closed grain, but the grain is sometimes interlocked. Darker flakes or flecks of highly visible rays are reported to give quartersawn surfaces an attractive appearance.

Texture
The texture is described as fine and even, and is coarser than European beech. Growth rings are typically thin and tiny.

Luster
Wood surfaces are reported to exhibit a somewhat silvery sheen.

Odor
There is no discernible odor or taste in the seasoned wood.

Natural Durability
American beech is reported to have very little natural resistance to attack by decay causing organisms and other wood destroying insects. Resistance to Impregnation The timber is reported to absorb preservatives well enough improve its resistance against decay. Significant quantities of Beech are reported to be treated with chemical preservatives and used for railway ties.

Comments
American beech is reported to get a high rating in strength properties and shock resistance. It is widely used for food containers, baskets and butcher blocks since it does not impart any taste or odor to food.

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