Description
White Pinewood , is a large tree that can grow up to 60 metres. The wood is light in colour, straight-grained and nonporous with a fine and uniform texture. It has good working qualities and is generally sawn into lumber for use in products such as windows, doors and furniture, as well as construction lumber. it is still a good soft wood and is used for unpainted furniture, flooring, paneling, and moldings.
White Pinewood
- Tight grained soft wood
- Good for carving
- Tight red knots
- Good paint grade lumber
Characteristics of White Pinewood
Origin of Wood Type | Western White Pine |
Botanical Name | Pinus strobus |
Specific Gravity | 0.39 |
Avg. Weight Per BF | 2.25 lb/bf |
Color Range | White – Yellow |
Rarity / Availability | Readily Available |
Typical Avg. Width | 4″ to 12″, can be found up to 24″ wide |
Typical Avg. Length | 8′ to 16′ |
Avg. Waste Factor | 0.3 |
Wood Uses | General Carpentry, Furniture, Wood Carving, Furniture, Ship Building, Construction and many other uses |
Lumber Grades | Furniture Grade & Clear |
Other Trade Names | White Pine, Eastern White Pine |
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