Douglas Fir
Pseudotsuga menziesii · Softwood
- Type
- Softwood
- Origin
- Pacific Northwest of North America
- Hardness
- 710 lbf (Soft)
- Durability
- Moderately Durable
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Grain Pattern
Straight grain with distinct growth rings visible on the cross-section end grain showing a typical softwood ring-porous transition pattern.
Color & Appearance
Light brown to reddish-brown heartwood with a lighter yellowish-sapwood. The end grain shows weathering and oxidation typical of aged softwood logs.
Hardness (Janka)
710 lbf (Soft)
Durability & Decay Resistance
Moderately Durable
Value & Sustainability
- Estimated Market Value
- 3.00 to 6.00 USD per board foot
- Wood Age Estimate
- Estimated several decades based on growth ring count and log dimensions.
- Sustainability Status
- Generally stable, widely harvested and managed in sustainable tree farms and forests.
Common Uses
Construction, framing, plywood, heavy timber construction, flooring, and doors.
Geographic Origin
Pacific Northwest of North America
Workability
Generally easy to work with both hand and machine tools, though knots can present challenges during planing.
Finish Recommendations
Takes stains, varnishes, and paints well, though pre-conditioning may be needed for even stain absorption.
Notable Features
High strength-to-weight ratio, distinctive aromatic scent when freshly cut, prominent growth rings.
