Elm burl, a growth of the tree
Elm burl is unique in that it is distinguished from other woods by the sinuous and intertwined veins in the wood, reminding us of marble.
Elm burl has many knots, lines and contrasting shades in the wood.
Elm burl can come from all species of elm, such as the field elm, the Siberian elm or the mountain elm. Indeed, a burl can form on any elm species.
Elm burr technical data sheet
You will find all the necessary information to help you understand and use the elm burl. We have gathered the characteristics, specifications and information of this exceptional wood.
| Characteristic | Description | |
|---|---|---|
Common name | Elm burl | |
Type | Outgrowth of the trunk or branches of the tree. | |
Color | See full description here. | |
Diameter of the burr | From a few centimeters to more than a meter in diameter. The larger the burl, the rarer and more valuable it is. The size of the burl will also depend on the size of the tree on which it grows. | |
Hardness | Hard and moisture resistant wood. | |
Availability of elm burl | ★☆☆☆☆ | |
Price of the elm burl | ★★★★☆ |
Description of elm burl
Take a closer look at the characteristics and uses of elm burl, as well as its different varieties and its advantages as a building and decorative material.
Where to find elm burl in the world
Elm burls grow naturally on elm trees. Therefore, they can come from different parts of the world. Elms grow in the temperate regions of the northern hemisphere. Elms can be found in many countries, including North America, Europe, Asia and North Africa.
In Europe, elms are found in France, Spain, Italy and Great Britain. In the United States, elms are common in the Midwest and the East, while in Asia, elms can be found in China, Korea and Japan.
Elm burls can therefore come from Europe, China or North America.
The visual appearance of the elm burl
The color of the elm burl varies depending on the species it comes from, but also according to certain factors such as:
- Age of the tree
- Place where the tree has grown
- Environmental and climatic conditions
Generally speaking, elm burls have a yellowish-brown to reddish-brown color with darker markings. However, there are also elm burls that are lighter or darker in hue depending on natural variations in the wood. Elm burls can have swirling patterns and patterns of spots or bumps, which can add additional visual interest to these unique pieces of wood.
Elm burl: unique and original creations
Elm burl wood is hard, strong, elastic, durable and highly resistant to moisture.
Today, elm burl remains a highly sought after wood species for luxury furniture, flooring, decorative objects and sculptures because of its natural beauty and durable quality.
Elm burl is also highly sought after for the creation of tables with epoxy resin.
At Kuksa Shop, we use elm burl to create wooden cups.
The birth of a burl on a tree
First of all, it should be noted that there are several terms used to refer to a burl: broussin or loupe.
A burl is a woody outgrowth that appears on the trunk or branches of a tree. To put it simply, it is a ball that forms on the outer surface of the tree.
There are several explanations for the appearance of burls on a tree:
- Insect bite
- Injury or infectious disease of the tree
- Environmental stress: lack of nutrients, lack of water, sudden change in temperature, etc.
The elm burl, a comparison between the English elm burl and the European elm burl
Compare the textures and patterns of European and English elm burl to find the variety that will best suit your wood project.
Country Elm burl
Common Name
Field elm burl
Scientific Name
Ulmus campestris
Origin
Central and southern Europe and North Africa
Algeria, Tunisia and Morocco
Carpathian elm burl
Common name
English elm burl
Scientific Name
Ulmus procera
Origin
Western Europe
Carpathian Mountains
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