Larix occidentalisLarix occidentalis

Western Larch

Botanical Name : Larix occidentalis – French Name : M?l?ze de l’Ouest

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Description

  • -Height : 100-150 ‘(Max 180’)
    -Diameter : 2-3 ‘(Max 4’)
    -Lifespan :
    – Growth :
  • -Weight : 3.00 lbs / bft
    -Hardness : 830 lbs
    -Color: yellowish brown to reddish brown
    -Sapwood : Yellowish-white, beige – Narrow
    -Grain : Straight
    -Texture : Medium to coarse, oily in appearance and feel
    -Machining :
    -Sawmilling :
    -Discast: Medium (Silica)
    -Molding : Good
    -Planing : Medium
    -Shaping :
    -Turning : Good
    -Boring : Good
    -Mortising : Good
    -Sablage: Difficult
    -Polishing :
    -Finishing : Good
    -Bending :
    -Nailing : Medium (pre-drilling)
    -Gluing : Medium to good
    -Stability:
    -Durability: Medium
    -Environment:
    -Uses : Construction, cabinet making, mine shafts, piles, columns, lining, flooring, chassis, doors
    -Precautions : The wearing of a mask and long misses are recommended
    -Budget price : Low