{"product_id":"prime-european-steamed-beech-sawn-kiln-dried-26mm","title":"Prime European Steamed Beech Sawn \u0026 Kiln Dried 26mm","description":"\u003cp\u003ePrime European Steamed Beech, sawn and kiln dried to 26mm, is a close-grained hardwood with a warm pink to light reddish-brown tone. Widely used for furniture making, internal joinery and turned work, it offers consistent moisture content and reliable dimensional stability straight from stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEuropean Beech (\u003cem\u003eFagus sylvatica\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTreatment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteamed, Kiln Dried\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrime\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSawn\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNominal Thickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e26mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAvailable Widths\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50mm, 75mm, 100mm, 125mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2400mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUse Class\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInternal use only (UC1\/UC2)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat it's used for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFurniture frames, cabinet carcasses and chair components where a consistent, even grain is required\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInternal joinery including staircases, handrails and newel posts\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTurned items such as tool handles, wooden toys and decorative bowls\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHardwood flooring blanks and parquet strips in dry interior environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFitting and handling\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow the timber to acclimatise in the room where it will be used for at least five to seven days before cutting or fixing, particularly in centrally heated properties where humidity fluctuates. Beech machines and planes cleanly with both hand and power tools, and it accepts stains, oils and lacquers well once sanded to a smooth finish. Because beech has low natural resistance to decay and moves noticeably with changes in moisture, keep boards stored flat, off the ground and away from exterior walls or damp conditions until they are ready to use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan steamed beech be used outdoors?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Steaming improves colour consistency and internal stress relief, but it does not increase durability. Beech has low natural resistance to decay and is not suitable for exterior use, exposed conditions or anywhere subject to regular wetting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does steaming do to beech timber?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteaming beech before kiln drying equalises the colour difference between heartwood and sapwood, producing the uniform pink to light reddish-brown tone the species is known for. It also relieves natural growth stresses, reducing the risk of distortion during drying and machining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs 26mm beech available in cut-to-size lengths?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe standard length stocked is 2400mm in widths from 50mm to 125mm. For cut-to-size requirements or larger trade quantities, contact Nottage Timber Merchants directly and we can advise on availability and pricing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor other hardwood mouldings and joinery timber, browse our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/oak-mouldings\"\u003eoak mouldings collection\u003c\/a\u003e for complementary profiles. Nottage Timber Merchants offer next-day delivery across the Bridgend area and throughout South Wales on qualifying orders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Can steamed beech be used outdoors?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"No. Steaming improves colour consistency and internal stress relief, but it does not increase durability. 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