DiaDot.com Yellow Birch
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               Name
                          Yellow Birch (Betula alleghaniensis)
               Type
                          Hardwood.
               Other Names
                          Also known as American birch, Quebec birch, hard
                          birch, silver birch, and swamp birch.
               Sources
                          Grows in Canada and eastern United States.
               Appearance
                          Straight grained with a fine even texture. Reddish brown
                          heartwood and light-yellow sapwood.
               Physical Props
                          Heavy, hard, strong, and stiff. High shock resistance,
                          bending and crushing strengths. Steam-bends very well.
                          Has low dimensional stability and decay resistance.
               Working Props
                          Machines well but is somewhat difficult to work with
                          hand tools. Pre-drilling required for screwing or nailing.
                          Glues, stains and finishes well.
               Uses
                          Excellent turning properties - used for spools, bobbins,
                          shuttles, dowels, bowls, etc. Highly valued for plywood,
                          paneling, furniture, and cabinetry. Other uses boxes,
                          baskets, woodenware, cooperage, flooring, interior
                          finish, doors, fixtures, and musical instruments.
               Comments
                          Resembles maple and is often used interchangeably with
                          it.

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