Medium based on visible thin sheet construction used commonly for laser cutting blanks confidenceIdentify wood
Basswood (or Birch Plywood)
Tilia americana (or Betula spp.) · Engineered
- Type
- Engineered
- Origin
- North America / Northern Hemisphere
- Hardness
- 410 lbf (Very Soft)
- Durability
- Non-durable
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Grain Pattern
Straight and uniform with a fine, even texture
Color & Appearance
Pale creamy white to light yellowish-brown with very little variation between heartwood and sapwood
Hardness (Janka)
410 lbf (Very Soft)
Durability & Decay Resistance
Non-durable
Value & Sustainability
- Estimated Market Value
- 3.00 to 6.00 USD per board foot equivalent
- Wood Age Estimate
- New / Recently manufactured
- Sustainability Status
- Highly sustainable, widely available, not CITES listed
Common Uses
Laser cutting, crafting, small wooden items, carving, plywood core
Geographic Origin
North America / Northern Hemisphere
Workability
Exceptionally easy to cut, carve, and laser engrave cleanly with minimal burning
Finish Recommendations
Light clear coat, lacquer, or polyurethane; accepts stains evenly
Notable Features
Soft texture, highly receptive to laser engraving and staining
Identified August 26, 2026
