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Pacific Madrone |
Name
Pacific Madrone (Arbutus menziesii)
Type
Hardwood.
Other Names
Also known as madrone, coast madrone, madrona,
madrono, and arbuti tree.
Sources
Grows along the Pacific coast of United States and
Canada.
Appearance
Straight to irregular grain with a fine texture. Light pink
to pale reddish brown heartwood and cream colored
sapwood with a pink tinge. Resembles pear in texture
and apple in color.
Physical Props
Heavy, hard, and strong with moderate stiffness and
shock resistance. Tends to warp during drying but once
dried, it is stable in service. Low decay resistance.
Working Props
Works reasonably well in spite of its hardness. Turns
well. Gluing can be challenging, especially if wood not
completely seasonsed. Stains easily and polishes to a
beautiful sheen.
Uses
Used for bowls, novelties, turned articles, tool handles,
inlay, core stock, paneling, flooring, and interior
furniture. Madrone burls prized for decorative veneers
and pipes.
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