| Species: Pinus lambertiana |
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| Sources: USA |
| Characteristics of the tree: Typically about 15 ft in height and 3 ft in diameter, but can be larger. |
| Characteristics of the wood: Moderately soft, with medium-coarse texture and even grain. It has white sapwood and pale-brown to reddish-brown heartwood. It is not durable. |
| Workability: Works well with hand and machine tools, but cutting edges must be kept sharp to avoid tearing the soft wood. It glues well/ |
| Average dried weight: 26 lb per cubic ft |
| Finishing: Can be finished satisfactorily with stain, paint, varnish and polish. |
| Common uses: Joinery such as doors, windows and moldings, light building construcation. |
| Image courtesy of the Collins Good Wood Handbook by Albert Jackson & David Day
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