Assertion: balsa | /r/HasProperty | popular
Facets:
value: with model makers
type: OTHER
value: with boat builders
type: OTHER
value: because of its excellent floatation properties
type: CAUSE
Source sentences:
text: Balsa wood is still popular because of its excellent floatation properties.
text: Because of it's unique properties, balsa is popular with boat builders and model makers, as well as woodworking enthusiasts who are looking for light materials that can be easily crafted.
text: Extensively used in World War I, Balsa wood is still popular and is available either as sheets or as round dowels.