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Cherry Wood

Use this Cherry wood profile to compare density, weight, Janka hardness, price tier, applications, pros, cons, outdoor fit, and finish behavior before building a cut list.

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Density34-38 lb/ft³About 577 kg/m³
WeightMediumPlan lifting, shipping, and joinery
Hardness950 JankaMedium surface feel
PriceMedium to highLocal supply changes quickly

Cherry properties and best uses

Cherry is a hardwood that is commonly evaluated for furniture, cabinetry, casework, turning. For early project planning, use the density and Janka values as rough comparison points, then confirm the actual board grade, moisture content, and supplier data before buying.

Applications

  • furniture
  • cabinetry
  • casework
  • turning
  • trim

Pros

  • Warm color deepens with age
  • Machines well
  • Finishes beautifully

Cons

  • Darkens unevenly under sunlight
  • Can blotch with stain
  • Costs more than utility hardwoods

Outdoor and finishing notes

Outdoor fit: Use indoors; color and stability are best in controlled conditions.

Finish behavior: Clear finish is usually reliable; stain and paint should be tested on offcuts.

FAQ

Cherry wood questions.

Is Cherry good for woodworking?

Yes, Cherry can work well for furniture, cabinetry, casework when its weight, hardness, price, and finishing behavior fit the project.

How hard is Cherry?

The planning value used here is about 950 Janka lbf, which puts it in the medium range for surface dent resistance.

What should I verify before buying Cherry?

Verify moisture content, board flatness, grade, defects, actual dimensions, supplier price, sustainability notes, and whether the stock is suitable for indoor or outdoor use.

Related planning links

Use Cherry in a calculator or cut list.

CalculatorWood weight calculatorUse 34-38 lb/ft³ as a starting density. CalculatorBoard foot calculatorEstimate rough hardwood volume and cost. CalculatorMaterial cost calculatorBuild a project budget around your selected species. AppCutList OptimizerSave parts, kerf, layouts, and PDF exports. BlogCommon wood species and usesCompare familiar woods before choosing stock.

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Compare nearby hardwood options.

HardwoodOak42-47 lb/ft³ · 1,320 JankaHardwoodWhite Oak45-48 lb/ft³ · 1,360 JankaHardwoodRed Oak42-45 lb/ft³ · 1,290 JankaHardwoodLive Oak37-44 lb/ft³ · 1,525 Janka

Planning note

Verify actual stock before building.

Wood values vary by species, board, moisture, grade, drying method, supplier, and local market. These pages are for estimating and comparison only, not structural, safety, engineering, or purchasing guarantees.