Alder Econ

Other Grades Available:
Upper Grades:
Superior | Superior 1 Face | Superior STW (4″, 5″, 6″, 7″+)
Mid Grades:
Cabinet | CAB | Custom Shop | #1 Jacket Board | Premium | Premium STW (4″, 5″, 6″, 7″+)
Lower Grades:
Com/#2 (Comshp2) | Rustic | Standard Frame | Econ | Utility
Com | Standard FRM

Alder Econ

Alder Econ grade 4/4 and 5/4 are appropriate for shorter frame components, core stock and finger joint blocks. Alder Econ thick stock is appropriate for short turnings and sound frame parts. The best face yields a minimum of 33-1/3% structurally sound cuttings.

We grade after drying and surfacing, and against all natural drying or surfacing defects (pin knot no defect).

Available Thicknesses:
  • 4/4, 5/4, 6/4, 8/4
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What’s Alder Econ Used For?
  • Frame Components
  • Cabinet Face Frames
  • Furniture
  • Casegoods
  • Core Stock
  • Extreme Rustic/Knotty Applications
Why Alder?
  • Close grain, fine texture
  • Uniform honey color
  • Excellent finishing
  • Easy to machine and process
  • Strategic alternative to poplar, soft maple and more

NWH Alder is available as PEFC certified, FSC Mix Credit, FSC Controlled Wood or PEFC Controlled Sources.