{"product_id":"fas-north-american-poplar-tulipwood-sawn-kiln-dried-32mm","title":"FAS North American Poplar Tulipwood Sawn \u0026 Kiln Dried 32mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eFAS North American Poplar Tulipwood sawn and kiln dried at 32mm is a versatile hardwood suitable for interior joinery, furniture making, and fitted cabinetry. Supplied in random lengths, it offers consistent grain, good workability, and stable moisture content straight from stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNorth American Poplar (Tulipwood \/ Liriodendron tulipifera)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFAS (Firsts and Seconds)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTreatment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKiln Dried\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSawn\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNominal Thickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAvailable Widths\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50mm, 75mm, 100mm, 125mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLengths\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRandom lengths, sold per metre\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUse Class\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterior use only (Use Class 1)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat it's used for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInterior joinery components including door frames, architraves, and window boards\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFurniture construction and fitted cabinetry where a stable, paintable or stainable board is needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWorkshop projects and jigs where consistent thickness and easy machining are a priority\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInternal fitments such as shelving, drawer sides, and storage unit carcasses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFitting and handling\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow this kiln dried timber to acclimatise in the room where it will be installed for at least five to seven days before cutting or fixing, particularly in centrally heated environments where humidity levels can vary. Poplar Tulipwood machines cleanly with standard tooling and accepts screws, nails, and adhesives without difficulty; pre-drilling is recommended in narrow widths to avoid splitting near ends. For a painted finish, apply a suitable wood primer before top-coating; for a clear or stained finish, a grain filler will improve the final result on this relatively open-grained species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs North American Poplar Tulipwood suitable for painting?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Poplar Tulipwood is one of the most widely used hardwoods for painted joinery and furniture. It holds paint well once primed, and its straight, even grain means a smooth finish is achievable without extensive filling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does FAS grade mean for hardwood timber?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFAS stands for Firsts and Seconds, the highest standard grade in the NHLA (National Hardwood Lumber Association) grading system. FAS boards are required to yield a high percentage of clear, defect-free cuttings, making them suitable for quality joinery and furniture work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use 32mm Poplar Tulipwood for structural work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This is a hardwood graded for appearance and joinery use, not structural applications. It is not assigned a strength class and should not be used where load-bearing or structural performance is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNottage Timber Merchants stocks FAS hardwoods at our Bridgend yard in South Wales, available for collection or local delivery. If you are working on interior joinery projects, browse our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/oak-mouldings\"\u003eoak mouldings collection\u003c\/a\u003e for complementary profiles and trim options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Is North American Poplar Tulipwood suitable for painting?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Yes. Poplar Tulipwood is one of the most widely used hardwoods for painted joinery and furniture. 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