Knotty Alder
Knotty Alder
Scientific Name: Alnus Rubra
Knotty Alder brings another dimension to the natural warmth of Alder. Sound knots, open knots, and other natural characteristics create variation from board to board, giving furniture, cabinetry, and interiors a more relaxed, individual character.
Its distinctive look has made Knotty Alder a favorite for cabinetry, doors, furniture and architectural millwork, particularly in mountain, lodge, cottage and farmhouse-inspired spaces. It also takes stains and finishes well, making it easy to take the wood from light and casual to rich and dramatic.
COMMON APPLICATIONS
- Furniture
- Cabinetry
- Moulding
- Millwork
- Doors
- Frames
WHY CHOOSE KNOTTY ALDER?
- Close grain, fine texture
- Uniform honey color
- Excellent finishing
- Easy to machine and process
- Strategic alternative to poplar, soft maple and more
WORKING PROPERTIES
QUICK FACT
While closely associated with rustic interiors, Knotty Alder is increasingly used as a character element in cleaner, contemporary designs.
MECHANICAL PROPERTIES
Weight per Bdft: 2.45
Specific Gravity (Density): 0.41
Hardness (Janka): 590
Bending Strength (MOR): 9800
Bending Stiffness (million psi) (MOE): 1.380
Dimensional Movement (Shrinkage): R 4.4%, T 7.3%
T/R Ratio (Stability): 1.7
QUICK FACT
While closely associated with rustic interiors, Knotty Alder is increasingly used as a character element in cleaner, contemporary designs.
Knotty Alder Resources
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