Hickory Lumber

Hickory S4S lumber from Forever Hardwood, surfaced on all four sides and ready to build.

Thicknesses offered: 4/4, 6/4, 8/4

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Hickory

Carya species

One of the hardest, toughest North American woods. Hickory shrugs off impact and wear that would dent most other species.

Color

Pale tan to light brown, often with darker streaks. The sapwood is nearly white.

Also called

True hickory, shagbark hickory

Typical uses

Tool handles, flooring, cabinets, rustic furniture

The tree

Native to eastern North America. Grows 60 to 80 ft.

1,820Janka hardness, lbf
+41%vs. red oak
Hardness41% harder than red oak
WorkabilityDemanding
FinishingVery good

Janka is the force needed to press a steel ball halfway into the wood. Workability and finishing are our own shop ratings for typical boards.

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