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Most wooden matches are poplar. It burns VERY quickly. While it may be useful to start a fire, or build a hot, quick fire, poplar has a low heat value (heat per lb of wood) and will burn out quickly.

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Is the poplar wood good to burn in a woodstove?

Poplar is the wood the wooden matches are made from. It burns VERY quickly, has a fairly low heat value, and produces few coals for lasting heat. It is not BAD to burn- just not really good. We burn it to dispose of it, or to use for kindling- I would not BUY poplar to burn.


Is there a lot of creosote in poplar wood?

Not a lot compared to softwoods, such as pine or fir- but there is also not a lot of heat value in poplar- you will burn a LOT of poplar for a little heat.


Is wood from a poplar tree good firewood?

Yes, wood from a poplar tree can be used as firewood. Poplar wood burns relatively quickly, so it is better for kindling or shorter fires rather than long-lasting heat. It is best used in combination with other hardwoods for a more efficient and longer-lasting burn.


What is the Density of poplar wood?

The density of poplar, balsam wood is 0.331 grams/cm3. The density of poplar, yellow wood is 0.427 grams/cm3.


Do tulip trees make good firewood?

Tulip wood (Poplar or Tulip Poplar) is the wood used in many wooden match sticks. When dry, it will burn very quickly. So quickly that you will stay warm running back and forth with wood. It is not harmful to burn- just poor firewood. A bit mixed in with hardwood is OK, but it will last about as long as tissue paper. I would not buy it, but might burn small amounts to dispose of branches from the yard, etc.


Is poplar a hard wood or a soft wood?

poplar has a good density and is a popular wood used for cabinet making and for shelving units. poplar is not as hard as Oak, Maple, Mahogany, Walnut and other hardwoods. Poplar is harder than pine wood and not as porous.


Is poplar a hard wood or soft wood?

poplar has a good density and is a popular wood used for cabinet making and for shelving units. poplar is not as hard as Oak, Maple, Mahogany, Walnut and other hardwoods. Poplar is harder than pine wood and not as porous.


Where on the janka scale is poplar wood?

Poplar has a rating of 540.


What are the chief qualities of poplar wood?

Who cares? Just kidding, the chief quality of poplar is wood. Your welcome


Is the poplar wood toxic why?

Yes, poplar wood can be toxic to some individuals. However, it really is only harmful if you have allergies to wood.


Is yellow poplar a hard wood or soft wood?

poplar has a good density and is a popular wood used for cabinet making and for shelving units. poplar is not as hard as Oak, Maple, Mahogany, Walnut and other hardwoods. Poplar is harder than pine wood and not as porous.


Does poplar wood float?

Poplar wood has a density of around 420-450 kg/m3, which is less dense than water (1000 kg/m3), so it will float on water. However, the specific gravity of poplar wood can vary depending on the moisture content and the type of poplar, so it's possible to find poplar wood pieces that may not float.