elm_european

< elm_european

European Elm

               Name
                          European Elm (Ulmus spp.)
               Type
                          Hardwood.
               Other Names
                          Includes English elm, smooth-leaved (French or Flemish)
                          elm, Dutch elm and wych or Scotch elm.
               Sources
                          Occurs in temperate regions of Europe and western
                          Asia.
               Appearance
                          Typically cross grained with dull brown heartwood
                          (often with reddish tinge) and pale sapwood.
               Physical Props
                          Moderately heavy and hard with low stiffness, shock
                          resistance and bending strength. Steam-bends very well.
                          Low decay resistance and medium movement in use.
               Working Props
                          Can be difficult to work in that wild grain can tear or
                          cause binding. Glues, screws, nails and finishes
                          satisfactorily.
               Uses
                          Used for flooring, farm implements, chair seats, bent
                          parts, ship building, sports equipment, turned items,
                          cabinets, caskets, decorative veneers, paneling and
                          chopping blocks.

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