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American Elm
| Property | American Elm Ulmus americana |
|---|---|
| Type | Hardwood |
| Cost | $$ · Moderate |
| Hardness | 830 lbf |
| Workability | Good |
| Seasonal movement | Medium |
| Outdoor-friendly | No |
| Origin | Domestic (North America) |
| Commonly built | Windsor chair seats, Bent parts, Butcher blocks, Bowls |
| Overview | Interlocked grain makes it almost unsplittable, superb for steam-bending and chair seats. Once everywhere before Dutch elm disease; still a tough, handsome utility wood. |