Redgum

Sweetgum (Liquidambar styraciflua)

 

Common Names: Redgum, Sapgum,  Satin Walnut

 

Distribution: Southeastern United States

 

Color/Appearance: When wide sapwood is whitish to light pink or tan color, it is referred to as “sapgum” or “sweetgum.” When heartwood is  gray to reddish brown, it is referred to as “redgum.” When heartwood has darker black streaks it is called “figured redgum.” Quartersawn pieces have a ribbon-stripe appearance.

 

Janka Hardness: 850 lbf

 

Density: 2.83 lb/b.f.

 

Shrinkage: 1

Radial (thickness): 5.3%

Tangential (width): 10.2%,

Volumetric (total): 15.8%,

T/R Ratio (width to depth): 1.9

 

Allergies/Toxicity: 1 Sweetgum has been reported to cause skin irritation

 

Controlled species: CITES: no, IUCN: no

 

Common Uses: Veneer, plywood, furniture (speaker/acoustic cabinets), interior trim, boxes, crates and turned objects.

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