jasonjarrard Posted September 18, 2010 Report Share Posted September 18, 2010 does anyone like poplar, could you tell me the properties of it and some uses. i like the looks and a sawmill nearby has a bunch and cheap Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vic Posted September 18, 2010 Report Share Posted September 18, 2010 A hint on getting the most out of the forum. If you have a question, first query/search the forum. By entering poplar in the search field, I found this thread from just a couple days ago. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jasonjarrard Posted September 18, 2010 Author Report Share Posted September 18, 2010 A hint on getting the most out of the forum. If you have a question, first query/search the forum. By entering poplar in the search field, I found this thread from just a couple days ago. thanx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Trace Posted September 20, 2010 Report Share Posted September 20, 2010 Most poplar used here in West Virginia, at least that I've seen, is usually in the form of trim shapes, or something that is stained to look like a different wood, or painted. Much of the poplar I use has been picked up from scrap piles. I personally like the variation in the color that makes it not as useful to most fine woodworking. I have made a lot of small boxes, which when presented to the recipient always bring the question," Where did you get thid wood, and what kind is it?". I have seen poplar ranging from almost white through pale yellow and into medium brown and green shades. It can be stained to look like the most beautiful cherry color ever seen. If you have an up scale homebuilding area nearby, check with the builder for cutoffs to experiment with. Scrap piles can be most profitable for test wood. It is a relativly stable, not too soft material. I think it is easy to work with. It takes Min-wax stains very well. Varnish will bring out highlights that are not always obvious until then. Have fun, experiment, who knows........... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jasonjarrard Posted September 21, 2010 Author Report Share Posted September 21, 2010 Most poplar used here in West Virginia, at least that I've seen, is usually in the form of trim shapes, or something that is stained to look like a different wood, or painted. Much of the poplar I use has been picked up from scrap piles. I personally like the variation in the color that makes it not as useful to most fine woodworking. I have made a lot of small boxes, which when presented to the recipient always bring the question," Where did you get thid wood, and what kind is it?". I have seen poplar ranging from almost white through pale yellow and into medium brown and green shades. It can be stained to look like the most beautiful cherry color ever seen. If you have an up scale homebuilding area nearby, check with the builder for cutoffs to experiment with. Scrap piles can be most profitable for test wood. It is a relativly stable, not too soft material. I think it is easy to work with. It takes Min-wax stains very well. Varnish will bring out highlights that are not always obvious until then. Have fun, experiment, who knows........... bought 4/4 about 70 bf made a jewelry and making a bench seat right now i like the looks but i love all woods Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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