- 4123 Cromwell Road, Chattanooga, TN 37421
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Hickory – Standard is a premium hardwood lumber known for its exceptional strength and durability. Sourced from mature hickory trees, this lumber offers a robust and reliable material for your most demanding projects. With its distinctive grain pattern and rich color variations, hickory adds a touch of natural elegance to any application.
Whether you’re crafting custom furniture, building a sturdy deck, or creating high-end flooring, Hickory – Standard delivers the performance you need. Its natural resistance to wear and tear makes it ideal for both indoor and outdoor use, ensuring your project stands the test of time.
*Inventory fluctuates daily. Call to verify exact board foot quantities.
Because every board is unique, we do not sell directly online. Contact us to get pricing or have us pull the perfect stack for you.
Hickory is renowned for its extraordinary hardness, with a Janka rating of 1,820 lbf. This makes it one of the hardest domestic woods available, providing excellent resistance to wear and impact. Its toughness is ideal for applications requiring high strength.
Hickory lumber features a warm, light to medium brown color with darker streaks and a distinctive, often interlocked grain pattern. The wood’s natural beauty is enhanced by its coarse texture and occasional red or purple hues, giving each piece a unique character.
Hickory is relatively easy to machine with sharp tools but can be challenging due to its hardness and interlocking grain, which may cause tear-out. It glues well and finishes smoothly with proper sanding. However, pre-drilling is recommended for screws to prevent splitting.
Common uses for Hickory – Standard include hardwood flooring, furniture, tool handles, outdoor structures, and musical instruments. Its strength and durability make it a top choice for high-traffic areas and applications requiring exceptional toughness.
