SYCAMORE AMERICAN WOOD
platanus occidentalis
American Sycamore flat cut wood veneer sapwood ranges from nearly white to yellowish-white to reddish-brown. Heartwood from pale to dark brown or reddish-brown. Interlocked to irregular grain; medium to finely textured.
Common Uses for Flat Cut American Sycamore Wood Veneer: Panels, flooring, cabinetry, doors and furniture, as well as millwork.
Other Name(s): American Planetree, also Buttonball or Buttonwood.
The Tree: Average height of 120 feet, with trunk diameters usually between 3-6 feet.
A Little History: Because of its toughness, American Sycamore is the favorite wood for butcher blocks.
Region: North America
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