Walnut Weight Calculator

Black walnut weighs about 38 lb/ft³, making it moderately heavy. It's denser than pine (25-30 lb/ft³) and poplar (28 lb/ft³), but lighter than hickory (51 lb/ft³) and lignum vitae (78 lb/ft³). This medium density contributes to its workability and beautiful finish.

Yes, significantly. The 38 lb/ft³ figure is for kiln-dried walnut at 6-8% moisture content. Green (freshly cut) walnut can weigh 50-55 lb/ft³ due to water content. Always account for moisture when calculating weights for fresh-cut lumber.

One board foot of black walnut weighs approximately 3.17 pounds. Multiply your board footage by 3.17 to get weight in pounds. This assumes standard kiln-dried lumber at typical moisture content.

Black walnut (American) weighs about 38 lb/ft³, while European walnut is slightly lighter at 35-36 lb/ft³. Both are premium hardwoods, but black walnut is generally denser and darker in color.

Weight affects structural design, joinery strength, shipping costs, and handling safety. Heavier woods like walnut require stronger support for shelves and cabinets. It also influences cutting tool selection and finishing techniques.