Sap Gum / Red Gum

Formal Name: Liquidamber stryaciflua

Color: Sapwood tends to be wide and is white to light pink, while the heartwood is reddish brown, often with darker streaks.

Shade: medium

Workability: Fairly easy to work and can be sanded and stained to a good finish.

Physical Properties: Moderately hard, stiff and heavy and has a low steam-bending classification.

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