Calico Hickory

Hickory varies from light to medium brown, with a reddish hue; sapwood is a paler yellowish brown. Grain is usually straight, though occasionally wavy, with a medium texture.

Workability

Hickory can be difficult to work, with tear out being common during machining operations if cutting edges are not kept sharp; the wood tends to blunt cutting edges. Glues, stains, and finishes well. Responds well to steam bending.

Common Uses

Hickory is commonly used for tool handles, ladder rungs, wheel spokes, flooring, etc.

Distribution

Eastern United States

Janka Hardness

1,810 lb_f (8,100 N)

Hickory is sold by the board foot. A board foot is a wood measurement for a piece of lumber 12" wide by 1' long by 1" thick for estimating purposes. Request a quote to get in touch to see if we have the right size lumber for your needs.

Source: https://www.wood-database.com

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