Chestnut (wood)
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Descripción
Wood of the genus Castanea; several species produce a light reddish brown wood that is relatively weak with a coarse grain. It is a soft light wood that splits easily but does not turn well. It is used for general construction, framing, fencing, poles, barrels, and veneer. Chestnut wood was commonly used for painted panels, especially in Italy.
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Otros términos
- kastanjehout [nl]
- castaño (madera) [es]
- kasztan (wood) [pl]
- castagno (legno) [it]
- châtaignier (bois) [fr]
- Edelkastanie (Holz) [de]
- kastanje (wood) [da]