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Black WalnutBlack Cherry
| Property | Black Walnut Juglans nigra | Black Cherry Prunus serotina |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Hardwood | Hardwood |
| Cost | $$$ · Premium | $$ · Moderate |
| Hardness | 1010 lbf | 950 lbf |
| Workability | Excellent | Excellent |
| Seasonal movement | Small | Small |
| Outdoor-friendly | No | No |
| Origin | Domestic (North America) | Domestic (North America) |
| Commonly built | Live-edge dining tables, Gunstocks, Jewelry boxes, Mid-century furniture, Cutting boards (accent) | Heirloom dressers, Dining chairs, Mantels, Jewelry boxes, Carved accents |
| Overview | America's premier furniture wood. Rich chocolate color straight off the tree, a dream to work, and stable once dry. | A joy to work and ages into a deep reddish patina. Classic American furniture wood that rewards a simple finish. |