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LATIN: LIRIODENDRON TULIPIFERA ORIGIN: EASTERN USA AND CANADA
Poplar, native to North America and parts of Europe, is a lightweight and versatile hardwood known for its pale yellowish-white to light brown heartwood, sometimes streaked with green, gray, or purple. It has a fine, even texture and straight grain, making it easy to machine, carve, and finish, though its softness can lead to dents or scratches in high-wear applications. While not as visually striking as other woods, poplar takes paint and stain well, making it ideal for projects requiring a smooth, uniform surface. Common uses include furniture frames, cabinetry, painted projects, cutting boards, and utility items. Poplar's affordability, workability, and availability make it a go-to choice for both beginners and seasoned woodworkers.
WOOD TYPE
Domestic Hardwood
TEXTURE
Fine, even.
GRAIN PATTERN
Straight
HEALTH RISKS
Possible Dermatitis or allergic reaction
COLOR
Creamy white sapwood, olive green to brown heartwood
Hand-Pick Exotic Wood Boards: What you see is what you get! Browse our ever-changing selection of Poplar exotic wood boards and hand-pick the one that suits your needs!
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Exotic Wood Blanks: Below you will find stock sizes of Poplar exotic wood blanks. To view all of the available sizes of Poplar please click the "All" link below.
Exotic Wood "Project Packs": Each Poplar exotic wood project pack contains a specific amount of lumber. A variety of sizes are
available and are highly popular among woodworkers. If you would like to see our current lumber prices,
please click the "All" link below.
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