Exposing the Walnut Wood Scam! How to Identify North American Black Walnut!

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When buying solid wood furniture, the first thing that usually comes to mind is North American Black Walnut.
However, North American Black Walnut and South American Walnut are actually two completely different concepts.
Today, I’m going to set things right and expose the industry's dirty secrets!
First off, North American Black Walnut is the *only* true black walnut! It is the genuine "Aristocrat of Woods"! This is because black walnut has only one place of origin—North America!
So, how do you distinguish between North American Black Walnut and South American Walnut?
1. Check the Botanical Family
North American Black Walnut belongs to the Walnut family (Juglandaceae), whereas South American Walnut belongs to the Sycamore family (Platanaceae). South American Walnut is also known as "Rain Tree wood"; there is *no such thing* as "South American Black Walnut"!
2. Check the Color
North American Black Walnut has a deeper hue, presenting a rich, uniform chocolate-brown color.
South American Walnut is slightly lighter in color, typically appearing as a light brownish-black with yellowish undertones.
3. Check the Grain
North American Black Walnut features a rich, varied grain pattern, including both straight lines and irregular parabolic figures, often accented by beautiful golden-brown streaks.
South American Walnut has a relatively simple, straight grain that is less aesthetically pleasing, and it often features distinct black streaks.
4. Check the Edges (Sapwood)
The sapwood (light-colored edge) of North American Black Walnut is relatively narrow.
The sapwood of South American Walnut is comparatively wide.
5. Check the Value
North American Black Walnut grows in temperate regions with a growth cycle spanning decades or even centuries; due to its scarcity, it is classified as a "rare timber species," commanding a high price and high intrinsic value.
South American Walnut grows in tropical regions with a very short growth cycle; it is classified as an "economic" timber species.
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North American Black Walnut boasts superior physical properties and excellent stability; it is highly resistant to warping and cracking. While its price is high, it offers exceptional durability and longevity.
South American Walnut is relatively more prone to issues such as warping and cracking when exposed to fluctuations in humidity. It offers good value for money, but it lacks the long-term durability of its North American counterpart.