Is elm a good choice for spindle and or bowl & deep vase turning?
SQUARE2ROUND said:Elm is good for jigs etc. It is so tough the chuck or screws will never let go.
You don't split elm. You seperate it with a hydraulic wood splitter. Other then that it is the very best firewood of all native woods.
Whit said:Since these trees have only been down about a month (cut to manageable size and Anchorsealed within hours of cutting) I haven't seen any spalting yet but am looking forward to it.