Yellow Pine (Shortleaf or Loblolly)
Pinus echinata / Pinus taeda · Softwood
- Type
- Softwood
- Origin
- Eastern and Southeastern United States
- Hardness
- 690 lbf (Soft)
- Durability
- Moderately Durable
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Grain Pattern
Flat-sawn and rift-sawn mix with prominent growth rings and slight cathedral patterns
Color & Appearance
Golden brown to deep amber heartwood with lighter yellowish sapwood, exhibiting warm tones, moderate luster, and a rich patina developed from age and ambering finishes
Hardness (Janka)
690 lbf (Soft)
Durability & Decay Resistance
Moderately Durable
Value & Sustainability
- Estimated Market Value
- 3.00 to 6.00 USD per board foot for reclaimed or vintage flooring grade
- Wood Age Estimate
- Estimated 50 to 80 years old, based on wear patterns, surface scratching, and deep amber patina
- Sustainability Status
- Abundant and sustainably harvested, not CITES listed, widely available from plantation growth and reclaimed sources
Common Uses
Flooring, construction, interior millwork, structural framing
Geographic Origin
Eastern and Southeastern United States
Workability
Easy to work with hand and machine tools, though the significant density contrast between earlywood and latewood can occasionally cause uneven planing or sanding if not sharp
Finish Recommendations
Polyurethane, penetrating oil finishes, or traditional shellac and wax; takes oil-based varnishes exceptionally well to highlight the amber color
Notable Features
Distinct contrast between earlywood and latewood rings, high resin content, pleasant pine scent when sanded
Notes
Mjb floor light
