Butternut
Butternut (Juglans cinerea) also known as White Walnut, has a heartwood that is a light brown to tan in color, little difference between heartwood and sapwood. The heartwood has slightly darker rings that tend to outline and highlight the gain patterns to reveal the unique grain. Butternut wood is durable in terms of decay, although it is susceptible to insects. Has a medium to coarse texture with open pores, similar to black walnut. Butternut is soft and has a tendency to leave some fuzzy surfaces ,sharp cutters and fine-grit sandpaper is recommended but works easily with hand and machine tools, has virtually no scent or odor. Glues, stains, and finishes with ease. Some common uses for Butternut are: clock cases, veneers, carvings, high quality furniture, interior trim, boxes and interior paneling.