Douglas Fir
Pseudotsuga menziesii · Softwood
- Type
- Softwood
- Origin
- Pacific Northwest of North America and western mountainous regions.
- Hardness
- 660 lbf (Soft)
- Durability
- Moderately Durable
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Grain Pattern
Straight grain with pronounced vertical grain lines, flat-sawn appearance showing weather-beaten surface checking and linear grain texture.
Color & Appearance
Aged to a weathered silvery-gray due to exposure to UV light and moisture, with underlying tones of pale reddish-brown hidden beneath the surface layer.
Hardness (Janka)
660 lbf (Soft)
Durability & Decay Resistance
Moderately Durable
Value & Sustainability
- Estimated Market Value
- 3.00 to 7.00 USD per board foot depending on grade and whether it is reclaimed.
- Wood Age Estimate
- Estimated 40 to 80+ years old, heavily weathered exterior indicating decades of exposure.
- Sustainability Status
- Generally sustainable, widely planted and harvested, not CITES listed.
Common Uses
Construction, framing, flooring, exterior decking, heavy timber construction, and reclaimed wood accent walls.
Geographic Origin
Pacific Northwest of North America and western mountainous regions.
Workability
Easy to work with hand and machine tools, though weathered surfaces can dull blades quickly. Glues and finishes well once the weathered layer is removed.
Finish Recommendations
Penetrating oils or clear exterior sealants if weathering is to be stopped; sanding down to fresh wood is required for fine indoor finishes.
Notable Features
High strength-to-weight ratio, distinct contrast between earlywood and latewood, prominent checking when weathered.
