Black Locust | The Wood Database (Hardwood)
WEBCommon Uses: Fence posts, boatbuilding, flooring, furniture, mine timbers, railroad ties, turned objects, and veneer. Comments: Black locust is a very hard and strong wood, competing with hickory (Carya genus) as the strongest and stiffest domestic timber: but with more stability and rot resistance.
Black locust wood: Properties, Pros, Cons and all about it
WEBBlack locust wood is exceptionally hard, rot-resistant, and durable. It burns slowly, with no visible flame or smoke, and is highly valued as firewood for dry stoves. Because of its slow-burning time, Black locust wood is often used for fireplaces.
Robinia pseudoacacia - Wikipedia
WEBRobinia pseudoacacia, commonly known in its native territory as black locust, [3] is a medium-sized hardwood deciduous tree, belonging to the tribe Robinieae of the legume family Fabaceae.
Locust Wood Strength (& Is It a Hardwood or a Softwood?)
WEBApr 6, 2023 · Locust wood is an extremely tough, durable, and weather-resistant hardwood. As one of the strongest domestic timbers in the US, it’s used for a wide range of projects. The weather-resistant qualities black locust possesses lend themselves very well to outdoor uses.
Black Locust Wood: The Ultimate Guide to Its Strength and …
WEBSep 21, 2024 · Black locust wood is known for its exceptional strength, natural rot resistance, and sustainability, making it ideal for various outdoor and heavy-duty applications. From durable fencing and decking to handcrafted furniture and construction.
Locust Lumber, Locust Wood and Boards For Sale, Locust Planks ...
WEBWe stock lots of locust wood and boards in a variety of sizes for any project you’ve got going on. If you’re looking for a 4/4 locust for a cabinet or 8/4 for a locust dining table, our locust planks are perfect for any woodworking project.
Black Locust - Wood
WEBApr 25, 2017 · Black locust (Robinia pseudoacacia), as it has come to be called, offers superb qualities. Because a locust's trunk contains mostly sapwood, it's strong. In drying, locust hardly shrinks. In stiffness, it outdoes hickory. Fighting decay, it outlasts white oak. Burned, a cord of black locust throws off the heat of a ton of coal.
Black Locust uses guide: historic to modern
WEBPioneers used Black Locust wood for fence posts because of its durability of 50+ years. Illustration: Jim Stevenson. Black Locust was used by Virginians and Native Indians as bows. Later it winded up as fence posts but was also widely used for windbreaks, and erosion control along streams.
Woodsense: Black Locust - Woodcraft
WEBBlack locust is primarily sold as solid lumber, though some veneer is available. The trees are small and grow crookedly, yielding boards typically shorter (8-12') and narrower (<10") than many other species.
The Complete Guide to Black Locust Wood - CNC Masters
WEBDec 1, 2021 · If you're looking for durable and long-lasting wood that will add a touch of color to your project, black locust (false acacia) is a great choice. The wood is abundant, eco-friendly, and relatively affordable, making it a …