Red Elm

Red elm is a North American hardwood valued for its warm color, interlocked grain, and strong mechanical properties. It’s often chosen for furniture, cabinetry, flooring, and other applications where both durability and visual character matter.

Red elm (Ulmus rubra), also known as slippery elm, grows across the Eastern and Midwestern United States. Trees typically reach 40–80 feet tall with trunk diameters of 2–3 feet.

Choose a Veneer Cut

Quarter Cut Red Elm
Flat Cut Red Elm

Veneer Cuts Explained

Rotary Cut

Bold grain, wide sheets, strong yield.

  • Great for: coverage + cost efficiency
  • Look: broad, flowing pattern
  • Use when: you want dramatic figure and yield

Rift Cut

Straight, tight grain — premium modern architectural favorite.

  • Great for: doors, wall panels, clean interior lines
  • Look: consistent linear grain
  • Use when: you need repeatability across runs

Flat / Plain Sliced

Classic “cathedral” figure with strong visual movement.

  • Great for: panels, cabinetry, furniture
  • Look: arches and varied grain
  • Use when: you want natural character