Identification of elm
The sapwood of elm is clearly distinguished, with dark yellow sapwood and dark purple-gray heartwood. Elm has clear texture, smooth plane and beautiful chords, similar to "chicken wing wood".
Application of elm furniture
The elm furniture in China is mainly Ming style, with simple shape, smooth lines and elegant style. Ming-style furniture is moderately decorated, concise and decent, and the local decoration is just right. Elm can be carved, carved, polished and painted to make exquisite painted crafts.