Hemlock
Hemlock Wood
Grain Type: Straight grained, uniform grain patterns with uneven texture
Color: White with darker ring or streak patterns, sometimes can appear pale brown with reddish hues
Advantages: Very light weight wood and easy to work with, the light color makes for unique wood flooring projects
Disadvantages: Not very resistant to rot or decay, a strong finish is recommended
Fun Hemlock Fact: This wood is available with different colors depending on whether it is Eastern, Western, or Mountain in origin
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