| Name | European Elm (Ulmus spp.) |
| Type | Hardwood. |
| Other Names | Includes English elm, smooth-leaved (French or Flemish) elm, Dutch elm and wych or Scotch elm. |
| Sources | Occurs in temperate regions of Europe and western Asia. |
| Appearance | Typically cross grained with dull brown heartwood (often with reddish tinge) and pale sapwood. |
| Physical Props | Moderately heavy and hard with low stiffness, shock resistance and bending strength. Steam-bends very well. Low decay resistance and medium movement in use. |
| Working Props | Can be difficult to work in that wild grain can tear or cause binding. Glues, screws, nails and finishes satisfactorily. |
| Uses | Used for flooring, farm implements, chair seats, bent parts, ship building, sports equipment, turned items, cabinets, caskets, decorative veneers, paneling and chopping blocks. |
