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               Name
                          European Lime (Tilia vulgaris)
               Type
                          Hardwood.
               Other Names
                          Also known as European lime, tilleul and linden.
               Sources
                          Grows in Europe and eastern Asia.
               Appearance
                          Generally straight grained with a fine, uniform texture and
                          medium luster. Creamy-white heartwood and sapwood.
               Physical Props
                          Soft, light, low in strength, shock resistance and decay
                          resistance. Poor for steam bending.
               Working Props
                          Works well with sharp machine or hand tools and is
                          excellent for carving (soft and resists splitting). Glues,
                          screws, nails, stains, and finishes.
               Uses
                          Valued for butcher blocks, food containers and eating
                          utensils (does not impart stain or odor). Also used for
                          toys, novelties, cooperage, pattern making, artificial
                          limbs, bobbins, broom and brush handles, carvings,
                          musical instruments, venetian blinds, ship and airplane
                          models, core stock, and decorative veneer.

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