Scientific Name: | Liriodendron tulipifera |
Common Names: | Yellow Poplar, Poplar, Tulipwood |
Market Availability: | Usually available in 4/4 – 8/4. Limited availability in 10/4 – 16/4 |
Common Uses: | Furniture, mouldings |
Regional Differences: | Yellow Poplar is primarily an Appalachian and Central Region species |
Color Specifications: | Unselected, Restrictions on mineral & dark heartwood are sometimes specified. A light celery green to white color is often preferred |
Grade: | NHLA Standard Grade Rules |
Defects to consider: | Stain, purple heart, mineral |
Alternatives: | Basswood, Cottonwood, Yellow Poplar |
Shipping Weight: | Kiln Dried 2800 lbs/MBF (538 kg/m3) |
Specific Gravity: | Kiln Dried 0.38, Green 0.36 |
Compressive Strength: | (Perpendicular to grain) 500 psi |
Janka Hardness: | (Pounds-force) 540 |