| THE TREE |
| Natural Range | Canada: Maritimes to southeast Manitoba; U.S.: north of the Ohio River and east of the Mississippi River. |
| Stature | Old-growth grew to heights of 200 feet diameters of 6 feet; current growth reaches 100 feet in height and 3 feet in diameter |
| THE WOOD |
| Appearance | Heartwood is a light brown, sometimes with a reddish cast, and tends to develop a patina with age. Sapwood is white to a light yellow. Texture is uniform. Grain is straight and somewhat pronounced. |
| Weight | 25 lbs/ft3 @ 12% moisture content |
| Hardness | 380 lbf (kiln-dried) |
| Workability | Easy to machine and dimensionally stable. Nailing, finishing, painting, and gluing properties are all very favorable. |
| Durability | Dings and mars easily; moderately resistant to decay |
