Eastern White Pine (spalted/decayed)
Pinus strobus · Softwood / Reclaimed
- Type
- Softwood / Reclaimed
- Origin
- Eastern North America
- Hardness
- 380 lbf (Very Soft)
- Durability
- Non-durable; susceptible to insect attack and fungal brown rot fungal decay.
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Grain Pattern
Straight to irregular around knots; book-matched slab cut showing heavy interior decay, punky wood, and cubical brown rot structure.
Color & Appearance
Pale yellowish-cream outer sapwood/healthy wood with deep reddish-brown to dark chocolate-brown oxidized rotten center and exposed inner knots.
Hardness (Janka)
380 lbf (Very Soft)
Durability & Decay Resistance
Non-durable; susceptible to insect attack and fungal brown rot fungal decay.
Value & Sustainability
- Estimated Market Value
- $5.00 - $12.00 per board foot (valued as specialty/epoxy art slab despite physical rot)
- Wood Age Estimate
- Tree age likely 50-80 years; milled slab showing natural internal decay aged over several years prior to or after harvesting.
- Sustainability Status
- Least Concern (IUCN); widely available and non-threatened
Common Uses
Epoxy river tables, resin art, decorative wall hangings, rustic furniture art pieces, and sculptural turning.
Geographic Origin
Eastern North America
Workability
Very soft and easy to cut, but highly punky sections require stabilization with deep-penetrating epoxy resin before planing, sanding, or machining to avoid crumble.
Finish Recommendations
Deep-penetrating epoxy resin casting to fill voids and stabilize decayed fibers, followed by clear polyurethane or hardwax oil topcoat.
Notable Features
Dramatic hollow center with cubical brown rot, book-matched live-edge inner void, prominent resinous knots, light pine scent.
