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Wood species guide · Domestic hardwood species
Chamise is best understood by how it looks, how it works, and where it should be used. This guide explains the practical buying details before sending you to the right Kingma products.
Scientific nameAdenostoma fasciculatum
Janka hardness2,420 lbf
Average dried weight58.4 lb/ft³
Best fitSmall specialty items
Overview
Why choose Chamise?
Chamise is a domestic hardwood species. Found in Oregon, Nevada and California, and in northern Baja California. Common uses include small specialty items.
Scientific nameAdenostoma fasciculatum
DistributionFound in Oregon, Nevada and California, and in northern Baja California
ShrinkageMovement varies; acclimate and design for seasonal change.
DurabilityNo durability data is available.
Chamise colour, grain, and figure
Grayish brown heartwood, with darker burl eyes all through it. Sapwood is yellow, and the root's irregular shape means it gets blended into the heartwood once cut.
Grain is swirled and irregular to a degree, with fine texture and knot clusters that differ in how often they occur and how big they are.
Working notes
As with most roots, bark and trapped dirt are common, so approach it carefully to avoid tearout. Stress cracks open up in the wood as the root dries.
Apart from the usual risks of breathing any wood dust, chamise has not been linked to any specific health problems.
Chamise should be sold by project fit: colour, workability, durability, and the format the customer actually needs.
Best uses for Chamise
Best projects
Common uses include small specialty items.
Use caution
Avoid specifying it by name alone; confirm board size, moisture, colour, figure, and the project environment before buying.
Finish strategy
Test finishes on offcuts first, especially when colour, blotching, outdoor exposure, or grain filling matters.
Buying note
Choose boards, slabs, plywood, blanks, or posts based on the project rather than species name alone.
Shop path
Buying Chamise from Kingma
Start with the direct species match when Kingma sells it. If stock rotates, use the closest live collection or a clearly explained alternative.
Live edge slabs
Use when the customer cares more about slab format and visual impact than this exact species.
View optionSimilar woods and alternatives
If Kingma does not have an exact match online, use the buying links below as practical alternatives only when the colour, grain, hardness, or project environment makes sense.
Chamise FAQ
What is Chamise best used for?
Common uses include small specialty items. Match it to the exact board format, colour, hardness, and finish plan before buying.
Is Chamise beginner friendly?
It depends on density, grain direction, and tooling. Test cuts on offcuts first, and choose Maple, Cherry, Walnut, or Poplar when easier machining is the priority.
Does Kingma sell Chamise?
The buying section on this page links to any Chamise Kingma has in stock and to the closest alternatives. Stock changes often, so call (780) 229-7681 or visit the yard at 4607 91 Ave NW, Edmonton to check what is in today.