Have you heard the name elm wood? Maybe to some people this wood is a bit strange. However, this is a rare wood material and is distinguished by its high waterproofing, easy processing and cutting characteristics. Learn more about this wood in the article below.
Origin of elm wood
The elm tree is distributed in the northern plains of China. It has more than 20 varieties, the best wood is elm in the Zhangjiakou region and along the Yellow River in Shandong. Du is not distributed as much in Vietnam as the wood spokes.
In the past, elm was grown as an industrial tree, popularly grown in the northern mountainous provinces of our country. However, later overexploitation occurred, so du was not developed much. And only a very small number is preserved in Bac Can. This is also the reason why this tree is in the top I of the distribution table of rare wood in Vietnam.
The average height can be up to 35 meters, the diameter ranges from 170 to 175cm. It is the most common wood material in northern China furniture. Especially in the folk furniture dumps in Shanxi, Shandong, Hebei, Tianjin, Beijing. Elm wood and ragwood of the South are compared to “Northern du Nam jay”.
Elm leaves are oval in shape, tapering at the tip of the leaf. In addition to Asian countries, this tree is also commonly grown in many countries around the world for shade. The bark is often rough and grooved. The stem is branched, can divide into two or different branches. It is suitable for living in many different environments. From nutrient-poor soils to places where the environment is polluted. The plant’s best habitat is in sunny and well-drained locations.
Elm wood properties
The elm tree has a hard and supple wood, has a rather heavy density, and a rough layout. Low deformation ability, good elasticity, medium bearing strength. High moisture resistance, hard to rot, easy to process and cut. So the products made of elm wood have a very high use time. It is thicker than wood veneer.
The color of the core and the cover is clearly divided. The cover layer is dark yellow, the core layer is purple-gray. Wood has a simple natural color, transparent wood grain. The ridges are sharp, like layered feathers. It looks like the wood grain of katuk wood, brave but very delicate, soulful, elegant but rustic. It has the same high value as incense, driftwood, peach rosewood, sued wood.
The characteristics related to the wood properties of the elm tree will affect the mechanical properties of this tree.
In the composition of elm wood contains a relatively high content of natural essential oils. This essential oil is used as a valuable medicinal herb. Very useful for human health.
Application of elm wood
Like other types of wood, elm is also very popular in the processing and processing of furniture. Such as: wooden furniture, kitchen cabinets, flooring. In addition, thanks to its wood grain color and natural water-resistant properties, it is also used for beach items, such as ships and boats. The essential oil of elm is also used by many people. Because it is very beneficial for human health.
