Douglas Fir
Pseudotsuga menziesii · Softwood
- Type
- Softwood
- Origin
- Pacific Northwest of North America and western regions of North America.
- Hardness
- 710 lbf (Soft)
- Durability
- Moderately Durable
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Grain Pattern
Straight to slightly wavy grain with distinct growth rings and a combination of flat-sawn and near quarter-sawn appearance on the end grain edge.
Color & Appearance
Light brown to reddish-brown heartwood with a distinct lighter yellowish-sapwood. Exhibits moderate natural luster.
Hardness (Janka)
710 lbf (Soft)
Durability & Decay Resistance
Moderately Durable
Value & Sustainability
- Estimated Market Value
- 2.00 to 5.00 USD per board foot
- Wood Age Estimate
- Recently milled or fresh lumber, estimated less than 1-2 years old.
- Sustainability Status
- Not listed on CITES, IUCN least concern, widely available as plantation-grown and sustainably managed timber.
Common Uses
Construction, framing, plywood, flooring, heavy timber construction, doors, and window frames.
Geographic Origin
Pacific Northwest of North America and western regions of North America.
Workability
Generally easy to work with both hand and machine tools, though it can splinter or tear out if dull blades are used. Glues and finishes well.
Finish Recommendations
Takes stains, varnishes, and paints well. Penetrating oils and polyurethane are commonly used for protection.
Notable Features
High strength-to-weight ratio, distinct resin canals, and characteristic sharp contrast between earlywood and latewood rings.
