Amur Cork Tree Timber

Amur Cork Tree (Amur Velvet) Board: Characteristics, Grades and Dimensions

Unedged and edged boards made of Amur cork tree (botanically known as Phellodendron amurense) are exclusive and highly valued sawn timber products in the joinery market. The following selection of unedged and edged timber is available directly from our warehouse in Kyiv:

• Grade: Extra;
• Length: 1–4.5 m;
• Width: From 20 cm;
• Thickness: 32 mm, 52 mm.

You can select kiln-dried boards with a moisture content of 8–10% by visiting our warehouse shop or contacting a manager. A specialist can select the timber products remotely, send specifications and photos, and process your order.

While the tree is widely recognized for cork harvesting, its heavy, durable timber is utilized primarily for high-end woodwork and bespoke interior solutions. This premium sawn timber is successfully used in the furniture industry, flooring manufacturing, wall paneling, and various interior furnishings.

Edged and Unedged Amur Cork Tree Boards: Stock Availability

We offer high-quality edged and unedged timber products for interior items and internal finishing. What distinguishes edged from unedged Amur Cork Tree boards?

Edged Amur Cork Tree Board

This timber has no bark on the side edges. However, it is important to understand that technical standards allow for a minor amount of wane. The timber is ready for further processing and is convenient for storage and transport.

Edged boards are chosen for creating furniture, solid parquet flooring, and interior panels.

Unedged Cork Tree Board

Bark is present on the side edges of this material. Unedged boards are more affordable in price but require preliminary preparation. The craftsman will need to remove the bark and level the edges independently.

Unedged Amur Cork Tree boards are a true find for design projects in Loft or Eco styles. Thanks to the pronounced contrast between the light sapwood and the darker heartwood, this species is used for manufacturing “live edge” worktops, window sills, and accent décor, where the natural contour becomes the main aesthetic advantage.

Classification of Amur Cork Tree Boards by Grade

Timber sorting usually occurs based on visual characteristics (the number of wood features per linear metre or board area).

Does Grade Affect Board Strength?

This is a common question, and the answer has two aspects: physical and structural.

• Physical: The structure of wood fibres in Grade 2 is just as hard and dense as in Extra grade. Amur Cork Tree remains a robust material regardless of the presence of knots. A part made from a Grade 2 board will have identical physical-mechanical indicators to a part made from a higher grade board.
• Structural: The grade affects the part’s bending and tensile strength at defect locations. A large knot breaks the straight wood fibres. At this point, the board is less resistant to breaking loads. If you are making a chair leg and there is a large through-knot in the middle (characteristic of Grade 2), it may snap precisely there. Low-grade boards may have cracks that reduce resistance to vibrations and dynamic loads.

For decorative purposes (wall cladding, manufacturing worktops or façades), the grade virtually does not impact the product’s strength. For load-bearing elements (chair frames, table legs, long shelves without supports), it is better to use Extra or Grade 1. This is precisely the timber represented in our warehouse programme.

7 Reasons to Buy Dry Amur Cork Tree Boards at WoodWay Expert

We have specialised in selling timber materials since 1996 and value mutually beneficial cooperation. Our clients receive:

1. Stock Availability. Kiln-dried boards from nearly 20 species are in our warehouse programme. To verify quality and select the appropriate material yourself, visit our warehouse shop in Kyiv.
2. Single Board Sales. We cooperate with small workshops and furniture factories, so you can buy boards individually or order several dozen cubic metres. Provide the manager with a technical task and receive feedback promptly. You will be sent photos and specifications of suitable options. We dispatch timber products after 100% payment.
3. Professional Consultation. Our specialists help select timber at the warehouse and remotely. You will be offered boards with or without bark that match your required volume, dimensions, shade, and texture.
4. Loyalty Programme. A system of discounts applies for wholesale buyers, the size of which depends on the product type and batch volume.
5. Delivery Across Ukraine & Collection. You can collect the board from the warehouse in Kyiv yourself. Delivery across Ukraine via carrier companies is available.
6. Convenient Payment. You have the opportunity to choose a suitable payment method: cash (till receipt) or bank transfer (Sole Trader or LLC with VAT).
7. Additional Services. We perform rough cutting of boards bought in our shop upon agreement with the customer. We also provide other additional services: cutting map compilation, board veneering, and edging.

We are fully equipped to support joinery projects of any complexity, cooperating closely with both independent craftsmen and serial manufacturers.

How Many Cubic Metres are in an Amur Cork Tree Board?

Timber is measured in cubic metres, hence the price of timber materials is quoted per cube. How do you understand how many cubes fit into 1 board? It is necessary to determine the volume using the formula: V = a × b × c, where ‘a’ is length, ‘b’ is width, and ‘c’ is thickness.

For clarity, let us calculate the cubic volume of an unedged board 40×300×3100, where 40 is the thickness, 300 is the width, and 3100 is the length.

We convert all indicators to metres, substitute them into the formula, and obtain: 3.1 × 0.3 × 0.04 = 0.037 m³.

Let us also find out the cubic volume of an edged board with a length of 2.8 m, thickness of 35 mm (0.035 m), and width of 25 cm (0.25 m). We perform calculations using the same formula: 2.8 × 0.25 × 0.035 = 0.025 m³.

What is the Price of Edged and Unedged Amur Cork Tree Boards?

The cost of timber products is influenced by grade, type, and dimensions. To find out the price of a board, use the formula: price per cube × V of the board. The cubic volume of boards is determined by multiplying length, width, and thickness.

Let’s clarify how the cost of timber is calculated with examples. Let’s take two boards:

1. Edged Extra Grade: Length 2.6 m, width 28 cm (0.28 m), thickness 32 mm (0.032 m), price per cube, for example, €749.
2. Unedged Grade 1: Length 2.9 m, width 26 cm (0.26 m), thickness 35 mm (0.035 m), price per m³, let’s say, €499.

€749 × (2.6 × 0.28 × 0.032) = €17.45 €499 × (2.9 × 0.26 × 0.035) = €13.17

The cost of boards of other dimensions is calculated analogously.

How Many Amur Cork Tree Boards are in 1 Cubic Metre?

How many boards fit into a cubic metre? The quantity is determined by the formula: N = 1 ÷ V, where N is pieces, and V is the volume of a specific board. Board volume formula: V = a (length) × b (width) × c (thickness).

For example, let us calculate the number of boards in a cube of 4-metre timber with a thickness of 50 mm and a width of 20 cm. Convert measurements to metres and substitute into the formula: 1 ÷ (4 × 0.2 × 0.05) = 25, meaning 25 boards of this size will fit in 1 m³.

Applications of Amur Cork Tree Joinery Boards

Timber materials from Amur Cork Tree are practically not used for exterior works, as the material requires additional special treatment. Items for internal use are created from the solid wood, for example:

1. Furniture. Durable and wear-resistant wooden façades last for decades. Wardrobes, cabinets, chests of drawers, tall units, and sideboards made of Cork Tree wood are stained and fitted into interiors of various styles. Benches, shelving units, ottomans, chair elements, armrests for sofas and armchairs, and bed headboards are also produced from the solid wood.
2. Partitions. Non-structural walls are often used for replanning and highlighting functional zones. Various constructions are made from dry boards: interior partitions, screens, and louvre dividers.
3. Wall Panels. The expressive pattern and pleasant warm colour palette make Amur Cork Tree solid wood an excellent option for interior panels. Wooden wall panels logically complement traditional and contemporary settings. Wooden panels for walls are chosen for bedrooms, living rooms, studies, meeting rooms, restaurants, hotel rooms, and offices.
4. Lighting. Wooden lighting remains a trend in interior fashion. Ceiling lights, floor lamps, table lamps, and wall sconces are created from textured solid wood that is pliable to processing.
5. Home Décor. The wood is suitable for manufacturing photo frames, mirror frames, paintings, stationery organisers, ornaments, caskets, figurines, phone stands, toys, wall maps of the world, vases for dried flowers, and more.

We have been helping craftsmen and designers realise design projects for over 20 years. Our team is ready for new tasks—get in touch!

Amur Cork Tree (Amur Velvet) Wood: Main Characteristics

Amur Cork Tree (Phellodendron) is a rare species distributed in Asia. The name “Amur Velvet” is connected to its range (in the Amur Valley) and the visual similarity of its rough bark to velvet fabric. The plant is called a Cork Tree because of its bark. The tree is more often used as a cork producer, as the layer of bark can be periodically cut without harm to the plant.

The density of the solid wood is approximately 500–600 kg/m³. This moderately hard wood of medium density is easily processed: it can be sawn, planed, glued, milled, sanded, stained, painted, and varnished.

The heartwood part of the trunk is coloured in rich yellowish-brown or golden tones. The sapwood is almost white. The texture is distinguished by pronounced growth rings and has a silky lustre. Visually, the solid wood resembles Ash.

How to Buy Amur Cork Tree Board in Kyiv with Delivery Across Ukraine

30 years of experience working with wood allow us to effectively solve tasks of varying complexity and offer convenient formats of cooperation. You can order Amur Cork Tree board in one of several ways.

1. Selecting Material at the Warehouse. Visit our wholesale and retail base, and you will be able to independently evaluate the Amur Cork Tree boards: colour, natural fibre pattern, and select the appropriate grade. The warehouse is located at: Kyiv, Zdolbunivska St, 7D (access provided from Dniprovska Embankment, 17E).
2. Remote Selection and Ordering. Consultation and selection of timber can be obtained remotely. By calling or writing to the number +380 (67) 180-38-13 (calls, Viber, and Telegram available), you will receive manager assistance. Our specialist will suggest edged or unedged Amur Cork Tree board, calculate the cost of each item, and advise on the optimal grade for your task.
3. Purchase via Online Shop. To place an order online, simply choose the necessary items and add them to the basket on the website. Before dispatch, we send real photographs of precisely those boards being prepared for shipment so that you see the material in advance.

Dispatch of orders is carried out via national transport companies. Please note: Dispatch of timber to carriers is conducted only after 100% pre-payment for the order.