Wood of Black locust

Robinia pseudoacacia, commonly known as black locust or false acacia, is a tree species native to the central-eastern United States, but it is also widely naturalised in many temperate areas worldwide. The wood of Robinia pseudoacacia is very hard, strong, and durable, making it suitable for various applications. Here are some characteristics and uses of the wood of Robinia pseudoacacia:


 * Colour: The heartwood can be of various colours, such as yellowish-green, greenish-brown, golden brown, or chocolate brown. The sapwood is bright yellow to greenish and differs from the heartwood.


 * Density: The basic density of the wood is, on average, 0.74 g/cm³ at 15% wood moisture content.


 * Durability: The heartwood is very durable to durable (durability class 1 – 2, according to DIN EN 350-2) in its resistance to wood-destroying fungi and termites, though it is at risk from wood-destroying insects. The sapwood is permeable and easy to treat.


 * Uses: The wood of Robinia pseudoacacia is used for fence posts, boatbuilding, flooring, furniture, mine timbers, railroad ties, turned objects, and veneer . It is also suitable for outdoor applications, such as decking, cladding, and landscaping, due to its durability and resistance to rot and decay.