strip planking vs aging

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  1. apex1

    apex1 Guest

    I use Kiri or better: Paulownia tomentosa since 32 years. And you?

    And yes, as a core material it is by far strong enough. It is in fact the perfect core material.

    Regards
    Richard
     
    apex1, Dec 4, 2009
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  2. gonzo
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    Thousands of lobster boats have been built with white pine. That is a soft wood and seems to last enough under hard use.
     
    gonzo, Dec 6, 2009
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