CROWN SWEET CHESTNUT

Also known as: Chestnut, Spanish Chestnut

Botanical Name: Castanea sativa

Origin: Europe, S.W.Asia

Description: Very similar in colour to Oak, but without any visible medullary rays. The logs are generally flat cut to produce as much crown material as possible. With its strong annual growth layers, Sweet Chestnut makes a fine looking veneer, usually displaying a pronounced crown feature. Also available in limited quantities as Chestnut burr and cluster veneer. Good examples of these are quite costly and mainly used on fine furniture and special architectural interior woodwork.