Ralph's Hardwood Floors

A Rich Tradition of Beautiful Results

Continuing the Rich Tradition of Hardwood Floors

Serving Northeast and Central Wisconsin since 1965

Cherry

Domestic Cherry
Description:
Heartwood is light to dark, reddish brown, lustrous; sapwood is light brown to pale with light pinkish tone.
Light Sensitivity:
Color darkens significantly with age.
Size and Grade Availability:
Standard widths are 2 1/4, 3 1/4" in a select grade or common grade. It is also available in a random width plank in a select or rustic grade. In all grades, expect some white sapwood to appear.
Comments:
Because of drastic color change, rugs should not be placed for six months.
Hardness (Janka):
950 (26% softer than Northern Red Oak).
Dimensional Stability:
Above average (17% more stable than Northern Red Oak).
Origin:
North America.