Elm Burl
Trade Name :
Elm Burl
Origin :
Central Europe
Uses :
Very decorative veneer wood, high quality architectural woodwork and high class furniture making. In Central Europe mainly used as accentuating wood for decorative purposes; in Southern Europe due to fashion trends often also used for complete range of furniture.
Properties :
The color of the heartwood is light to dark brown. Fine-eyed burl veneer with large dimensions and few open defects or bark pockets are sold at very high prices.
Jointing :
All wood joints with nails, screws and glue hold well although pre-drilling is to be recommended due to the tendency to split.