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J A N K A H A R D N E S S S C A L E

2400 When determining what type of hardwood you need
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CHERRY HICKORY HARD MAPLE (SUGAR) WHITE OAK ASH - WHITE RED OAK WALNUT - BLACK ALDER POPLAR - YELLOW The Janka Hardness Scale was created to easily

BR AZILIAN CHERRY - BLACK (AMERICAN) AFRICAN MAHOGANY PINE - EASTERN WHITE CEDAR - WESTERN RED show you the hardness measurement of the wood to

indicate how resistant the species is to denting and

wear¹ The Janka Hardness Test measures the force
required to embed a steel ball into the diameter of the

wood by measuring the pounds/square inch. Baird
Brothers uses this test to help you find the perfect

hardwoods to use on your next project.

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