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Wood species guide · Domestic hardwood species
Serviceberry 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 nameAmelanchier spp.
Janka hardness1,800 lbf
Average dried weight52.0 lb/ft³
Best fitSmall specialty pieces
Overview
Why choose Serviceberry?
Serviceberry is a domestic hardwood species. Its natural range is Temperate parts of North America. Common uses include small specialty pieces and turned work.
Scientific nameAmelanchier spp.
DistributionTemperate parts of North America
ShrinkageRadial: 6.7%, Tangential: 10.8%, Volumetric: 18.7%, T/R Ratio: 1.6 More images | Identification
Serviceberry colour, grain, and figure
The sapwood is wide and pale tan, while the narrow heartwood is reddish brown and looks like maple (Acer genus). Flecks from the pith are frequent, showing on the face grain as little dark streaks with uneven spacing.
The grain is straight, and the texture is fine and even, with a moderate natural shine.
Working notes
Apart from the ordinary hazards of any wood dust, no other health effects are on record for serviceberry.
Serviceberry should be sold by project fit: colour, workability, durability, and the format the customer actually needs.
Best uses for Serviceberry
Best projects
Common uses include small specialty pieces and turned work.
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 Serviceberry 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.
Serviceberry FAQ
What is Serviceberry best used for?
Common uses include small specialty pieces and turned work. Match it to the exact board format, colour, hardness, and finish plan before buying.
Is Serviceberry 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 Serviceberry?
The buying section on this page links to any Serviceberry 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.