Black Ironwood | Black Ironwood Tree Facts

Black Ironwood | Black Ironwood Tree Facts

Black Ironwood Black Ironwood(Krugiodendron ferreum) is known for its density, hardness, and strength. It is widespread in Southern Florida, the Caribbean, and Central America.  It occurs in the bush, littoral scrub, and evergreen forest.  Black Ironwood belongs to the ironwood family. In which all the woods are as hard as iron. All wood species in … Read more

European Larch vs American Larch vs Japanese Larch

European Larch vs American Larch vs Japanese Larch

European Larch (Larix decidua) is native to the mountains of central Europe. It is a medium-size to large deciduous coniferous tree and forested in almost all countries of central and northern Europe. The lifespan is generally up to 200 years.   European larch has higher sapwood and less heartwood content. Sapwood and heartwood can be easily … Read more

Larch Wood | Uses, Pros, and Cons

What is Larch Wood?

What is Larch Wood? Larch wood comes from the coniferous trees of the genus Larix, which belong to the pine family (Pinaceae). There are between 10 to 12 species of larch, all native to the colder regions of the Northern Hemisphere. Unlike most conifers, which are evergreen, larch trees are deciduous, meaning they lose their … Read more

Australian Cypress | Is Australian Cypress Good for Flooring?

Australian Cypress

What is Australian Cypress? Australian Cypress(Callitris Columellaris)  is a species of coniferous tree in the Cypress family. It is commonly known as White Cypress Pine, Murray River Cypress-pine, and Northern Cypress-pine. Australian Cypress is a softwood species that is harder than Red Oak and other softwood. It is known for its durability, great strength, and … Read more

Cypress Wood | Types of Cypress and Uses

cypress softwood

If you’ve ever admired a beautifully crafted deck, piece of furniture, or an elegant house siding, there’s a chance you were looking at cypress wood. Known for its distinctive appearance and durability, cypress wood has been a popular choice for centuries. But what exactly is cypress wood, and why has it become such a sought-after … Read more

Elm Wood | What is Elm Wood Used For?

Elm Wood what is elm wood used for

What is Elm Wood? Elms are deciduous and semi-deciduous trees in the genus Ulmus. There are more than 35 species of true Elm. This species is generally found in North America and Western Europe. The Elm tree is attractive, so it is used as an ornamental tree in Europe, North America, and parts of the … Read more