Modification of the surface property of wood species planted in Taiwan is one of the important research topics of forest product utilization. The objective of this study was, after treating China fir with hot ironing, to examine the changes in surface properties of wood such as color, roughness, hardness....etc. The experimental results demonstrate that hot ironing treatment could densify the wood surface, reduce the roughness, increase the gloss. The color change of China fir treated with hot ironing was barely observed, but became slightly brighter. Results obtained from the increase of contact angle indicated that the water resistance of China fir was improved after hot ironing treatment and no adverse effect occurred on the adhesion of wood and polyurethane coating. Furthermore, the surface hardness and abrasion resistance of China fir were improved. Accordingly, it demonstrated that hot ironing treatment should facilitate the utilization of China fir and prolong the life of its products.