The wood taken from a Burretiodendron hsienmu tree is very hard, tough and durable.

It has grain and would not suffer from termite infestation if buried in the ground for a long period of time.

Another popular item to make from Burretiodendron hsienmu wood are cutting boards.

The downside of furniture made from this species' wood is that the influence of moisture and water can easily bend, wrap or even break thin boards.

The duramen has a uniform dark brown with fine, but easily distinguishable grains and delicate flower pattern on the surface of the steel as the Japanese sword when shaved (not all trees have this property).