Alder

Bulk Sawn Alder Lumber: A Reliable Solution for Professional Woodworking

For over two decades, the WoodWay Expert group of companies has been supplying the furniture industry with high-quality materials. Over nearly 30 years, we’ve built a robust B2B partnership network with European companies.

Today, we offer kiln-dried sawn alder lumber for American furniture factories, craft workshops, and design studios. Clients choose this material for its stability, durability, and ease of use, making it suitable for both mass production and custom projects.

The quality of the solid wood directly impacts the durability and reliability of the finished product, its structural resistance to mechanical stress, surface aesthetics, and the final value.

Sawn alder lumber is an investment in a consistent result. For our clients’ convenience, we have three grades of lumber in stock, allowing you to choose the optimal solution for premium interior items and decorative finishes, mid-range mass-produced goods, and structural or technical applications.

We supply lumber in bulk quantities (by pallet or container). We guarantee timely shipments, flexible commercial terms for our B2B partners, and stable supply.

What is Sawn Alder Lumber?

Sawn lumber is timber from which the bark has been removed from the side edges. Lumber with processed sides is ready for further processing. Let’s look at the main stages of lumber production.

1. Raw Material Selection. During this stage, damaged logs (with cracks, mechanical damage, rot, or pest infestations) are culled.
2. Sawing. Using special machinery, quality logs are cut into planks of the required thickness.
3. Edge Trimming. The bark and wane are removed entirely or almost entirely from the side edges, creating straight sides.
4. Sorting. The planks are graded based on fiber structure, number of knots, color uniformity, and the presence of defects.
5. Kiln Drying. The planks are dried in a kiln to a moisture content of 8–12%, which is the optimal level for woodworking.
6. Quality Control. The lumber is inspected to ensure it meets the specified dimensions, moisture content, and a lack of critical defects.
7. Packaging. Airtight plastic packaging helps preserve the material during transport.

Sawn alder lumber is an optimal choice for furniture manufacturers, interior designers, and woodworkers who value a balance between quality, cost, and reliability.

Advantages of Sawn Alder Lumber for Furniture and Woodworking Production

Sawn alder lumber is a versatile material valued in the production of furniture, doors, window sills, and interior decor. The key advantages of this lumber include:

• Consistent Dimensions. The planks have a uniform width and straight side edges. This simplifies cutting, minimizes waste, and helps you use the raw material efficiently.
• Maximum Material Utilization. Unlike live-edge lumber, where a significant portion must be removed, sawn lumber arrives ready to use. You only pay for the usable volume of wood.
• Accelerated Production Processes. The absence of bark and uneven edges eliminates the need for additional leveling before further processing. This is especially important for mass production, where profitability directly depends on speed.
• Aesthetic Appeal. Edges without wane or bark give the material a neat appearance. This lumber is well-suited for crafting premium furniture, decorative panels, and designer elements.
• Ease of Transport and Storage. Sawn planks are easy to stack, take up less space in a warehouse, and reduce logistics and inventory management costs.

Sawn Alder Lumber: Our Product Range

Our catalog features kiln-dried sawn alder lumber that meets international standards and the requirements of professional manufacturers. Our lumber is used for making furniture in various price segments, and doors, window sills, stairs, wall panels, and decorative household items.

We offer lumber in various grades, thicknesses, and lengths, so every client can choose the optimal option for their production needs.

Technical Parameters of Sawn Alder Lumber

We have alder lumber with the following specifications in stock:

• Thickness: 32 mm, 52 mm (1.26″ and 2.05″).
• Width: 20 cm and up (7.87″ and up).
• Length: 2.5 m to 4.5 m (98.4″–177.2″).

Large volumes of planks with a uniform texture and color are a typical order for furniture factories and woodworking shops that specialize in mass production. Craft workshops usually choose material with a distinct natural grain: knots, contrasting shades, or interwoven fibers.

Optimal Moisture Content and Stability of Alder Lumber

The moisture content of wood determines how the material behaves in finished products. For woodworking and furniture production, the optimal level is 8–12%. If the level is higher, the lumber can shrink, warp, or crack. If it’s lower, the plank loses elasticity, becomes brittle, and is less durable.

Sawn alder lumber undergoes kiln drying with automated temperature control, which guarantees uniform drying throughout the thickness. This minimizes the risk of warping and shrinkage during use.

Thanks to its stability, predictable quality, and readiness for use, lumber with woodworking moisture content allows you to reduce costs, increase productivity, and ensure a predictable result in every project.

How to Choose a Grade of Sawn Alder Lumber

Lumber classification is based on a visual assessment and the physical properties of the wood. When determining the grade, we consider the number and type of knots, the presence of cracks and defects, natural color variations, resin pockets, and more.

Choosing the right grade of raw material directly impacts the result. Quality material ensures:

• Minimizing waste—fewer damaged areas that need to be cut off.
• Reduced processing time—fewer defects mean easier additional processing.
• Consistent quality—the entire batch has the same characteristics, which simplifies mass production.

Sawn Alder Lumber Grade Chart

Alder Wood: Key Characteristics

Alder (Alnus) is a hardwood species that combines ease of processing, dimensional stability, and a uniform texture. This accessible and easy-to-work-with solid wood is one of the most popular materials in the furniture and woodworking industries.

Mechanical Properties of Alder Wood

• Janka hardness is 650 lbf; Brinell hardness is 2.7.
• Density in a dry state: approximately 420 kg/m³.
• Mechanical properties: medium toughness, good bending elasticity, sufficient flexibility.
• Wear resistance is moderate, so the material is mainly used for decorative parts and furniture, not for high-traffic surfaces.

Appearance and Structure

• The sapwood and heartwood are virtually indistinguishable in color. Shades range from light pink and reddish-brown to golden beige.
• The texture is fine, uniform, with a slight natural sheen.
• The fibers are mostly straight.
• Knots are present but are small and tight.

Alder is valued by craftsmen for its ease of use. This soft species is easy to saw, sand, and mill. It polishes well, holds fasteners, and is easy to glue, stain, and paint. With its even structure, solid wood absorbs stains evenly. This property is especially important for designers and furniture manufacturers, as alder is used to imitate more expensive species like cherry, mahogany, and walnut.

Applications of Sawn Alder Lumber

The main uses for soft alder wood are:

1. Furniture Manufacturing. The species is suitable for making case goods, beds, and tops for dining, writing, coffee, and side tables, and retail and bar counters.
2. Decorative Panels. The wood is used to make interior wall panels. The uniform surface can be easily adapted to any style, from Art Deco and Classicism to Boho and Retro.
3. Architectural Elements. Sawn alder lumber is used to create window sills, trim, doors, and casings.
4. Interior Stair Components. The wood is suitable for balusters, handrails, and risers. Treatment with protective finishes increases wear resistance and extends the life of these structures.
5. Partitions and Screens. Non-structural wooden constructions can be used to change a floor plan during a renovation or to define functional zones within a room. This is a common way to zone space in studio apartments, offices, showrooms, and waiting areas.

In addition, a wide range of household and decorative items are created from solid alder planks. Wooden frames, boxes, figurines, key holders, hangers, and organizers are in high demand.

5 Reasons to Buy Bulk Sawn Alder Lumber from WoodWay Expert

We supply sawn lumber by pallet and container, which is ideal for furniture factories, woodworking shops, and design studios. Buying lumber in bulk offers the following benefits:

1. Budget Savings. Our clients receive significant discounts on large orders, which helps lower the cost of finished products and optimize transportation expenses.
2. Uninterrupted Production. Bulk deliveries allow you to build a sufficient inventory. This minimizes the risk of production shutdowns and helps you plan your work schedule.
3. Quality Control. Every batch undergoes a thorough inspection. We guarantee it meets the stated grade and has consistent material characteristics.
4. Flexible Selection. We have three grades of alder lumber in stock, allowing you to choose the optimal option for everything from premium furniture to technical projects.
5. Partnership Approach. WoodWay Expert is focused on long-term cooperation. We offer flexible supply terms adapted to the specifics of the U.S. market.

Sawn alder lumber is an accessible and versatile material to work with. Its applications range from large-scale production projects to unique handcrafted items. Bulk lumber purchases from WoodWay Expert are a solid investment in the stability, efficiency, and growth of your business.