Brimstone Poplar

Large volumes of hybrid poplar were originally planted to supply the Bryant and May match factories and pulp mills, but unfortunately, by the early 80’s production of both drew to an end. The specie, is however, very efficient at absorbing large volumes of water and Co2, features which make it very useful in the current environmental context. Unfortunately without a value, it unlikely that the specie will be replanted for future generations.

Thermal modification once again gives a commercial value to this tremendous tree. By curing two of its greatest faults, instability and liability to rot, Brimstone Poplar will behave and last outside without any treatment.

Brimstone Poplar is produced from the clean butt of the tree where the wood is straight grained and relatively knot free. The appearance is silky and the colouring is a medium chocolate brown (think 50% cocoa).

Being the softest of the three Brimstone products, poplar is not suitable for decking and may not be suitable for all joinery and furniture applications. However, Brimstone Poplar is the cheapest of the three options and is cheaper than Canadian cedar, oak and sweet chestnut, making it a great choice for contemporary cladding installations.

When designing joinery and furniture remember the product is more brittle than natural wood and may require different jointing and gluing techniques.

Like all thermally modified timber, Brimstone is durable above ground but it will not last well when in contact with the ground.