Why choose a solid beech panel for your interior projects?
Solid beech panels appeal thanks to their light color, ranging from yellow-orange to pinkish tones, which bring brightness and warmth to interior spaces. This raw wood features a very fine grain and straight fiber that create a uniform surface, enhanced by the characteristic patterns of medullary rays. Its natural hardness makes it a robust material, perfectly suited to everyday use.
Beech is renowned for its mechanical strength and its ability to support heavy loads without warping. This species is particularly suitable for kitchen worktops that require strength and durability. Its low tendency to split makes cutting, drilling and routing easier.
Beech is sensitive to humidity variations. To ensure the longevity of your panels, apply a suitable finish (oil, varnish or wax) to protect the wood from hygrometric changes. In humid rooms, opt for a waterproof finish that is renewed regularly.
What uses for your solid beech panels?
Solid beech boards integrate naturally into many interior design projects:
- storage furniture: cupboards, chests of drawers, bookcases and cabinet elements that benefit from the material’s stability;
- solid beech shelves wall-mounted or modular to organize living spaces;
- work surfaces: solid beech desk tops for a functional workspace;
- solid beech table tops to create a warm and durable dining table;
- staircases: beech stair treads for renovation or custom staircases.
Beech is also suitable for manufacturing claustras that structure space while preserving light. Its light tone harmonizes with contemporary styles as well as more classic interiors.
How to choose your beech panel according to your project?
Selecting your beech panel depends on the desired visual effect and the technical constraints of your project.
Solid stave or continuous stave panels – cabinet-grade quality offer a perfectly uniform surface, free from knots or visible defects. They are the preferred choice for projects requiring flawless finishes: worktops, table tops or visible furniture fronts.
Solid stave or continuous stave panels – rustic quality feature some knots and color variations that provide a more natural and authentic appearance. This option suits projects where character takes precedence over uniformity.
Finger-jointed laminated panels (premium or natural quality) make it possible to create long-length projects. They are made up of lamellas of varying lengths, creating a distinctive visual pattern. The premium quality limits color variations, while the natural quality allows for greater contrast.
Three-ply construction combines three layers of solid wood with fibers oriented perpendicularly. This structure ensures excellent dimensional stability and limits the risk of warping, even in large formats.
End-grain wood panels are made from wood sections positioned perpendicular to the grain. Highly resistant to impact and wear, they are particularly suited to heavily used worktops or traditional butcher blocks. Their graphic, contemporary look also makes them a strong decorative choice.
Live Edge® panels preserve the natural edge of the trunk, with its curves and irregularities. Each piece is unique and highlights the raw, organic character of the wood. This finish is ideal for table tops or decorative projects where authenticity and material character are sought.
Order your custom panels with ilicut cutting service
ilicut allows you to order your solid beech panels to the exact dimensions of your project, directly from our website. Our custom cutting service eliminates approximate cuts and material waste.
Select the type of solid beech panel suited to your use, enter the precise dimensions (length and width) in the online order form, then validate your order. Our teams carry out the cutting in our Burgundy workshop according to your specifications. Each panel is carefully packaged to ensure its integrity during transport.
Delivery is handled by our partner carriers, who will contact you to arrange a home delivery appointment. Your panels arrive ready to install — a real time-saver for your interior design projects!
