LARICE NODI

Trade Names: Larch.
Similar Woods: Western Larch, Siberian Larch, Japanese Larch.
Origin: Central Europe.
Range: Alps, Carpatheans, Sudeten, South Poland, also cultivated in the USA and in a few areas in
Northern and Eastern Europe.
Uses: Sliced veneer for faces, furniture , lining and panelling.
Properties: Dark brown to dark red-brown colour. Resin pockets, resin knots, interlocking and shakes cause slight
problems when slicing.
Machining: Larch is easy to work with all hand and machine tools.
However, exuding resin can easily contaminate tools and cause sticking.
Seasoning: As a general rule Larch is easy and quick to dry. It must also be remembered that it tends to warp.
Finishing: The resin content must be considered and washed out with wood soap when treating surfaces.
Otherwise Larch is suitable for all finishes.
Jointing: Pre-drilled screw and nail joints have high strength, glue takes well and provides a good joint.