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               Name
                          Western Larch (Larix occidentalis)
               Type
                          Softwood.
               Other Names
                          Also known as larch, tamarack, western tamarack,
                          hackmatack, Montana larch, and mountain larch.
               Sources
                          Grows in British Columbia and northwestern United
                          States. Most important Larch timber species.
               Appearance
                          Straight grained with a coarse texture and oily
                          appearance. Reddish brown heartwood and yellowish
                          white sapwood.
               Physical Props
                          Moderately heavy and hard with high stiffness, bending
                          and crushing strength, and moderate decay resistance.
                          One of the harder, stronger, and heavier softwoods.
                          Stable in service.
               Working Props
                          Works fairly well although stringy grain can cause
                          problems when planing. Turns, routs, and bores well.
                          Glues satisfactorily. Holds nails and screws well but
                          pre-drilling recommended to prevent splitting. Primer
                          recommended for paints and other finishes.
               Uses
                          Used for construction lumber, interior finish, sash,
                          flooring, doors, boxes, crates, pallets, casks, veneer,
                          plywood, and glue-laminated beams. Properties are
                          similar to those of Douglas-fir and is often marketed and
                          sold as "Doug fir-Larch".

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