Description
- -Height : 60-70 ‘(Max 120’)
-Diameter : 1-2 ‘(Max 6’)
-Lifespan : 100 years (Max 140 years)
– Growth : - -Weight : 3.15 lbs / bft
-Hardness : 910 lbs
-Color: creamy white
-Sapwood :
-Grain : Straight
-Texture : Fine, uniform
-Machining : Good
-Sawmilling :
-Blunting :
-Molding : Difficult
-Planing : Medium
-Shaping :
-Turning : Very good
-Boring : Good
-Mortising : Very good
-Sablage: Difficult
-Polishing : Good
-Finish: Medium
-Bending : Good
-Nailing : Medium (Pre-drilling)
-Gluing : Good
-Stability:
-Durability: Low
-Environment: The bark has long been used for canoes and ornaments.
-Uses : Boxes & Packaging, Cooperage, Boards, Distillation, Doors, Siding, Furniture, Coils, Siding, Plywood, Special Projects, Tools, Turning, Decorative Veneers
-Precautions : Wearing a mask and long sleeves are recommended.
-Budget price : Low
