Poplar
Yellow Poplar, often referred to as Tulip Poplar, is a fast-growing, economical hardwood widely used in millwork, furniture components, and paint-grade applications for its stability and workability.
The sapwood of poplar is white to pale yellow, while the heartwood ranges from light yellowish brown to olive green, occasionally displaying streaks of purple, gray, or black that darken somewhat with exposure. Poplar has a straight grain with a fine, uniform texture and moderate density. It machines, glues, and finishes easily, making it a dependable choice where color will be painted or concealed.
Scientific Name
Liriodendron tulipifera
Also Known As
Poplar, Yellow Poplar, Tulip Poplar, Canary Whitewood
Janka Hardness
Avg. Dried Weight
2.3 lbs/bdft
Common Uses
Cabinets
Carving
Doors
Furniture
Glulam Beams
Mouldings
Panelling
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The Matson Difference
Poplar's clean, paintable surface depends on protecting it from staining early in the process, which is why Matson treats it as a White Wood species. We follow strict, time-sensitive schedules to move Poplar quickly from log to kiln, inspecting every load before and after drying to catch and prevent discoloration. Species-specific treatments help preserve the light, uniform tone Poplar is valued for in millwork and paint-grade applications. The result is dependable, high-yield Poplar lumber with the consistent surface our customers rely on.
Available from Matson
Thicknesses
4/4 - 8/4
Lengths
6' - 16'
Widths
Contact for details
Grades
Prime, 1C, 2C
Surface Finishes
S2S
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