Common Name: Alder, Red Alder
Where does it grow: Western coast of North America
How tall does the tree grow: 100 – 130 ft tall
Tree trunk diameter: 2 – 3 ft
Color of lumber: Light tan to reddish brown, color darkens and reddens with age
Grain: generally straight, subdued pattern and uniform, fine texture
Janka Hardness: 590 (relatively soft)
Cost: $6 board ft (Dec 1, 2021)
Notes: Can be used by toy makers as an alternative to poplar. Red Alder is the most abundant hardwood in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States and is a commercially important timber due to its good stability (little movement) after it is fully dried. Red Alder is related to European Alder, which has poor durability above ground but is quite durable under water, and European Alder has been used for submerged piles and supports – most notably throughout the city of Venice, Italy.
Where does it grow: Western coast of North America
How tall does the tree grow: 100 – 130 ft tall
Tree trunk diameter: 2 – 3 ft
Color of lumber: Light tan to reddish brown, color darkens and reddens with age
Grain: generally straight, subdued pattern and uniform, fine texture
Janka Hardness: 590 (relatively soft)
Cost: $6 board ft (Dec 1, 2021)
Notes: Can be used by toy makers as an alternative to poplar. Red Alder is the most abundant hardwood in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States and is a commercially important timber due to its good stability (little movement) after it is fully dried. Red Alder is related to European Alder, which has poor durability above ground but is quite durable under water, and European Alder has been used for submerged piles and supports – most notably throughout the city of Venice, Italy.
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