Cherry Door

What is a Cherry Door?

The Cherry Door is a wooden door block in Minecraft, introduced in the 1.20 Trails & Tales update. Crafted from cherry planks, the door features a soft pink hue and a delicate, decorative design, making it a beautiful addition to any build. With its enchanting aesthetic, the Cherry Door is especially suited for whimsical, fantasy, or nature-inspired structures. Functionally, it serves as a barrier that can be opened or closed manually or via redstone mechanisms, offering both style and security for players’ creations.

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Where Can Cherry Doors Be Found?

Cherry Doors do not generate naturally in the game world and must be crafted by players. To create a Cherry Door, players need six Cherry Planks, which are made from Cherry Logs. Cherry Logs are harvested from cherry trees, which grow in the Cherry Grove biome. This biome, also introduced in the 1.20 update, is characterized by its vibrant pink foliage and tranquil atmosphere, often located in mountainous areas.

Players can collect Cherry Logs efficiently using an axe. Once the logs are converted into Cherry Planks, arranging six planks in two vertical columns in a crafting table yields three Cherry Doors. For additional details about Cherry Planks and crafting, visit the Cherry Planks article.

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What Can Players Do with a Cherry Door?

The Cherry Door serves both functional and decorative purposes. Functionally, it acts as a secure entryway that can be operated manually or through redstone mechanisms such as levers, buttons, and pressure plates. Its ability to interact with redstone makes it a versatile choice for various builds, from simple homes to complex automated systems.

Decoratively, the Cherry Door’s light pink color and intricate design make it a perfect choice for fantasy or nature-themed builds, such as fairy-tale cottages, cherry blossom-inspired houses, or serene garden structures. It pairs seamlessly with other cherry wood blocks like Cherry Fences and Cherry Stairs, creating cohesive and visually appealing designs. Its enchanting aesthetic allows players to bring a magical and vibrant atmosphere to their worlds.

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The History of Cherry Doors in Minecraft

Cherry Doors were introduced as part of the Trails & Tales update, which expanded the range of building materials available in Minecraft by adding the cherry wood set. This update also introduced the Cherry Grove biome, giving players access to a new and vibrant wood type with unique textures and colors. The addition of the Cherry Door and its matching blocks allowed builders to explore new creative possibilities while incorporating the charm and beauty of cherry wood into their projects.

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Interesting Fact or Real-Life Connection

Cherry wood in the real world is often associated with elegance and craftsmanship, prized for its smooth texture and warm tones. The Cherry Door in Minecraft mirrors this aesthetic, capturing the beauty of cherry blossoms and the serenity they bring to natural landscapes. In Japan, cherry blossoms (sakura) are a cultural symbol of beauty and renewal, and the Cherry Door allows players to bring a touch of this inspiration into their Minecraft builds.

For further exploration of cherry wood and its related blocks, visit the Rusty Ingot knowledge base to explore articles like Cherry Planks, Cherry Fences, and Cherry Stairs.