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MATERIALS Tamarack: An Eastern Canadian Softwood Species Tamarack is a softwood species that has proven its versatility over the years. Not only can you find it almost everywhere in Quebec, it is also a wood of great quality. 1 WHAT IS TAMARACK? Larix laricina, also known as tamarack or eastern larch and in the Frenchspeaking regions of Canada as mélèze laricin, is one of some ten species globally in the genus Larix. Larix is the only genus among softwoods that shed their leaves (needles) in the winter. SPECIFICATIONS Tamarack can generate relatively large diameter trunks and its mechanical properties are superior to several other softwood species in Eastern Canada. In general, tamarack wood density is higher than eastern spruces, pines, and fir. Legend 1 Larix laricina, commonly known as tamarack 2 Tamarack flooring 3 Tamarack flooring Photo: NRCan 2 Photo: Marché du bois This tree is a medium-sized boreal coniferous and deciduous tree reaching 10 to 20 metres (33 to 66 feet) tall, with a trunk up to 60 centimetres (24 inches) in diameter. Tamaracks and larches (Larix species) are deciduous conifers. The bark is tight, flaky and pink, but under the flaking bark, it can appear reddish. The leaves are needle-like, 2 to 3 centimetres (¾ to 1¼ inches) short, light blue-green, turning bright yellow before they fall in the autumn, leaving the pale pinkish-brown shoots bare until the next spring. The needles are produced spirally on long shoots, and in dense clusters on long woody spur shoots. This tree is found in cold and humid environments where it grows in pure or mixed stands. It can be seen all across the Quebec region. In mixed stands, black spruce is usually tamarack’s most common associate. According to the National Lumber Grades Authority (NLGA), it belongs to the Northern Species group. However, in tests carried out by FPInnovations, the modulus of elasticity of the tamarack at 11,000 MPa (Grade No. 1 and No. 2) is considerably higher than the average of this species group at 7,000 MPa. Tamarack has good natural durability. However, preservative treatments are necessary for uses in conditions favourable for decay. PRINCIPAL USAGE The strength properties of the tamarack make it a good species for various structural applications, from regular light-frame construction to heavier posts and beams. The full potential of its strength properties is best used in the 46 Panels & Furniture Asia | January / February 2021
MATERIALS 3 production of Machine Stress Rated (MSR) Lumber. This species of wood has traditionally been used for decks, bridges and piers, docks, railway ties, barn, and stable floors. Nowadays, the beauty of its grain is coming to its full value when used in interiors as wall cladding or flooring. INNOVATIVE USES Larch Wood Canada Inc. has developed a unique line of cutting boards and countertops out of tamarack. Usually, cutting boards of this quality are made of hardwood, but Larch Wood has proven its properties were up to the standards. The company controls the full production process from log to the final product. The bold tamarack end-grain and varied patterns make it a unique and high-quality product. P Photo: Maxi-Forêt This article was first published on the Quebec Wood Export Bureau’s (QWEB) official website and is reproduced here with permission. QWEB members are softwood specialists in North America. They work with multiple species and have developed unique expertise in cutting and transforming softwoods. MISSED ANY OF OUR 2020 ISSUES? Find them on www.panelsfurnitureasia.com Scan to subscribe to PFA e-Newsletter Pablo Publishing & Exhibition Pte Ltd | www.panelsfurnitureasia.com | Tel: +65 6266 5512 | Email: info@pabloasia.com PFA-HPHorizontal-Missing-2020.indd 1 4/1/21 12:11 PM
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