Black Cherry Logs for Sale
Buy and sell Black Cherry logs from Pennsylvania, Ohio, and the Appalachian highlands. Prized for fine furniture, cabinets, and architectural millwork.
Why Black Cherry Is Furniture's Favorite
Black Cherry (Prunus serotina) is renowned for its warm, reddish-brown color that deepens beautifully with age and light exposure. This natural patina makes Cherry furniture more beautiful over time.
Cherry works exceptionally well with hand and machine tools, taking a smooth finish that highlights its fine, straight grain. The wood is stable, machines cleanly, and accepts stains and finishes with excellent results.
Pennsylvania and the surrounding Appalachian states produce the world's finest Black Cherry. The region's climate creates the tight grain and rich color that furniture makers prize.
Fine Furniture
Tables, chairs, bedroom sets
Kitchen Cabinets
Premium cabinet faces
Millwork
Interior trim and moldings
Veneer
Architectural panels
Black Cherry Log Types
- Veneer Logs: Large diameter with clear faces. Used for sliced veneer in high-end applications.
- Prime Sawlogs: High-quality logs for furniture-grade lumber. Minimal defects, good color.
- Sawlogs: Standard grade for general furniture and cabinet lumber production.
- Utility: Logs with gum pockets, small knots, or color variation. Used for rustic applications.
Black Cherry Grading & Pricing
Cherry pricing reflects its status as a premium furniture species, though below Walnut:
| Grade | Min. Diameter | Typical Use | Price Range* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Veneer | 16"+ | Sliced veneer | $800-1,800/MBF |
| Prime | 14"+ | Premium furniture | $500-900/MBF |
| #1 | 12"+ | Furniture, cabinets | $350-600/MBF |
| #2 | 10"+ | Utility, crafts | $200-400/MBF |
Frequently Asked Questions About Cherry Logs
What are Cherry logs worth?
Black Cherry log prices depend heavily on grade. Veneer-grade Cherry brings $800–$2,000+ per MBF (Doyle scale), prime sawlogs sell for $400–$800 per MBF, and #1 common grade ranges from $250–$500 per MBF. Cherry’s value is driven by the fine furniture and cabinetry market. Logs with rich, dark heartwood and minimal sapwood command the highest prices.
What is Black Cherry wood used for?
Black Cherry (Prunus serotina) is prized for high-end furniture, custom cabinetry, architectural millwork, musical instruments, and specialty woodworking. Its warm reddish-brown color deepens with age and sunlight exposure. Cherry is one of the premier American furniture woods, valued for its smooth grain, workability, and natural beauty.
Where does Black Cherry grow?
Black Cherry grows throughout the eastern United States but reaches its largest commercial size in the Appalachian region, particularly Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Ohio, and New York. The Allegheny Plateau produces some of the finest Cherry timber in the world. Cherry also grows in Kentucky, Virginia, and Tennessee, though typically in smaller volumes than the northern Appalachian states.
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