The Properties of Walnut - Revision history

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	* 11 things you didn't know about wood.		* 11 things you didn't know about wood.
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	* Timber vs wood.		* Timber vs wood.
	* Types of timber.		* Types of timber.
		+	* Veneer.
	* Wood ash.		* Wood ash.

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	* Timber vs wood.		* Timber vs wood.
	* Types of timber.		* Types of timber.
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	* Timber.		* Timber.
	* Timber preservation.		* Timber preservation.
		+	* Timber vs wood.
	* Types of timber.		* Types of timber.

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	* Hardwood.		* Hardwood.
	* Laminated veneer lumber LVL.		* Laminated veneer lumber LVL.
−	* Lime.	+	* Lime wood.
−	* Mahogany.	+	* Oak wood properties.
−	* Oak.	+
	* Physical Properties of Wood.		* Physical Properties of Wood.
−	* Pine.	+	* Pine wood.
	* Plywood.		* Plywood.
		+	* Properties of Mahogany.
	* Softwood.		* Softwood.
	* Testing timber.		* Testing timber.

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	* 11 things you didn't know about wood.		* 11 things you didn't know about wood.
	* Birch wood.		* Birch wood.
		+	* Cedar.
	* Chip carving.		* Chip carving.
	* Cross-laminated timber.		* Cross-laminated timber.
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	* Hardwood.		* Hardwood.
	* Laminated veneer lumber LVL.		* Laminated veneer lumber LVL.
		+	* Lime.
		+	* Mahogany.
		+	* Oak.
	* Physical Properties of Wood.		* Physical Properties of Wood.
		+	* Pine.
	* Plywood.		* Plywood.
	* Softwood.		* Softwood.

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		+	= Find out more =

		+	=== Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ===
		+
		+	* 11 things you didn't know about wood.
		+	* Birch wood.
		+	* Chip carving.
		+	* Cross-laminated timber.
		+	* Definition of tree for planning purposes.
		+	* Engineered bamboo.
		+	* Glulam.
		+	* Hardwood.
		+	* Laminated veneer lumber LVL.
		+	* Physical Properties of Wood.
		+	* Plywood.
		+	* Softwood.
		+	* Testing timber.
		+	* The differences between hardwood and softwood.
		+	* Timber.
		+	* Timber preservation.
		+	* Types of timber.

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	= Introduction =		= Introduction =

−	Walnut trees are deciduous trees from temperate climates, with the European species being lighter than the American ~~one~~. The distinguishable sapwood and heartwood can be between five to ten centimetres, and ~~both~~ grey or red-coloured stripes depending on location and wood age. Walnut trees are part of the plant genus Juglans.	+	Walnut trees are deciduous trees from temperate climates, with the European species being lighter than the American species. The distinguishable sapwood and heartwood can be between five to ten centimetres, and of grey or red-coloured stripes depending on location and wood age. Walnut trees are part of the plant genus Juglans.
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−	~~Non-Juglans Walnut trees are Brazilian Walnut, African Walnut, Queensland Walnut, Caribbean Walnut, and New Guinea Walnut.~~	+
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		+	Non-Juglans Walnut trees include Brazilian Walnut, African Walnut, Queensland Walnut, Caribbean Walnut, and New Guinea Walnut.

	= English Walnut =		= English Walnut =

−	~~Varied~~ species of walnut can be used for wood carving and woodwork, but the most common ~~ones~~ are English Walnut and Black Walnut. English Walnut, or Juglans regia, is typically known as Common Walnut, and it provides the majority of edible walnuts for human consumption.	+	A variety of species of walnut can be used for wood carving and woodwork, but the most common are English Walnut and Black Walnut. English Walnut, or Juglans regia, is typically known as Common Walnut, and provides the majority of edible walnuts for human consumption.

	Walnut wood is hard, heavy, and resilient, capable of resisting warping and suffering very little shrinkage. The grain is irregular but typically straight with a medium texture. The endgrain is semi-porous with distinct growth rings.		Walnut wood is hard, heavy, and resilient, capable of resisting warping and suffering very little shrinkage. The grain is irregular but typically straight with a medium texture. The endgrain is semi-porous with distinct growth rings.

−	Although susceptible to insects, English Walnut is quite resistant to decay. While working English Walnut wood, ~~it has~~ a slight odour. This wood doesn’t typically ~~incur~~ allergies, but some skin and eye irritation can occur.	+	Although susceptible to insects, English Walnut is quite resistant to decay. While working with English Walnut wood, there is a slight odour. This wood doesn’t typically trigger allergies, but some skin and eye irritation can occur.
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−	~~== Related Walnut Species: ==~~	+
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−	* Peruvian Walnut	+
−	* Butternut	+
−	* Claro Walnut	+
−	* Black Walnut	+

		+	Related Walnut species include:

		+	* Peruvian Walnut.
		+	* Butternut.
		+	* Claro Walnut.
		+	* Black Walnut.

	= Black Walnut =		= Black Walnut =
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	Similarly to English Walnut, Black Walnut can cause some eye and skin irritation.		Similarly to English Walnut, Black Walnut can cause some eye and skin irritation.

		+	Related Walnut species include:

−		+	* English Walnut.
−	~~== Related Walnut Species: ==~~	+	* Bastogne Walnut.
−		+	* Butternut.
−	* English Walnut	+	* Claro Walnut.
−	* Bastogne Walnut	+
−	* Butternut	+
−	* Claro Walnut	+
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	= Uses =		= Uses =
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	As walnut wood is fairly easy to work with, it’s often utilised in carving, turning, and profiling, Its smooth surface allows for pieces to have a beautiful surface finish. Staining can occur when walnut wood is in contact with iron.		As walnut wood is fairly easy to work with, it’s often utilised in carving, turning, and profiling, Its smooth surface allows for pieces to have a beautiful surface finish. Staining can occur when walnut wood is in contact with iron.

−	In addition, walnut wood can be ~~utilised~~ for flooring, solid wood or veneer for musical instruments and furniture, and interior decoration. Black Walnut is typically used for turned items, furniture, interior panelling, and cabinetry.	+	In addition, walnut wood can be used for flooring, solid wood or veneer for musical instruments and furniture, and interior decoration. Black Walnut is typically used for turned items, furniture, interior panelling, and cabinetry.

	English Walnut can also be used for furniture, small wooden objects, and veneer.		English Walnut can also be used for furniture, small wooden objects, and veneer.

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−	~~--[[User:G%26S_Specialist_Timber\|G&S Specialist Timber]] 16:26, 21 Apr 2017 (BST)~~

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	== ==		== ==

−	== Introduction ==	+	= Introduction =

	Walnut trees are deciduous trees from temperate climates, with the European species being lighter than the American one. The distinguishable sapwood and heartwood can be between five to ten centimetres, and both grey or red-coloured stripes depending on location and wood age. Walnut trees are part of the plant genus Juglans.		Walnut trees are deciduous trees from temperate climates, with the European species being lighter than the American one. The distinguishable sapwood and heartwood can be between five to ten centimetres, and both grey or red-coloured stripes depending on location and wood age. Walnut trees are part of the plant genus Juglans.
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−	== English Walnut ==	+	= English Walnut =

	Varied species of walnut can be used for wood carving and woodwork, but the most common ones are English Walnut and Black Walnut. English Walnut, or Juglans regia, is typically known as Common Walnut, and it provides the majority of edible walnuts for human consumption.		Varied species of walnut can be used for wood carving and woodwork, but the most common ones are English Walnut and Black Walnut. English Walnut, or Juglans regia, is typically known as Common Walnut, and it provides the majority of edible walnuts for human consumption.
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−	Related Walnut Species:	+	== Related Walnut Species: ==

	* Peruvian Walnut		* Peruvian Walnut
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−	== Black Walnut ==	+	= Black Walnut =

	With the scientific name of Juglans nigra, Black Walnut is a very popular and easy to find wood. A premium hardwood, it’s extremely easy to work with and popular with woodworkers in the United States. With its brown colour and shock resistance, Black Walnut is a strong hardwood that provides a great choice for any woodworking.		With the scientific name of Juglans nigra, Black Walnut is a very popular and easy to find wood. A premium hardwood, it’s extremely easy to work with and popular with woodworkers in the United States. With its brown colour and shock resistance, Black Walnut is a strong hardwood that provides a great choice for any woodworking.
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	Similarly to English Walnut, Black Walnut can cause some eye and skin irritation.		Similarly to English Walnut, Black Walnut can cause some eye and skin irritation.

−	Related Walnut Species:	+
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		+	== Related Walnut Species: ==

	* English Walnut		* English Walnut
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−	== Uses ==	+	= Uses =

	As walnut wood is fairly easy to work with, it’s often utilised in carving, turning, and profiling, Its smooth surface allows for pieces to have a beautiful surface finish. Staining can occur when walnut wood is in contact with iron.		As walnut wood is fairly easy to work with, it’s often utilised in carving, turning, and profiling, Its smooth surface allows for pieces to have a beautiful surface finish. Staining can occur when walnut wood is in contact with iron.
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