Eastern White Pine
Pinus strobus · Softwood
- Type
- Softwood
- Origin
- Eastern North America
- Hardness
- 380 lbf (Very Soft)
- Durability
- Slightly Durable, with low resistance to insect attack and decay when left untreated outdoors
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Grain Pattern
Straight grain with a flat-sawn face featuring characteristic cathedral patterns and several small knots
Color & Appearance
Pale yellow to light brown with a near-white sapwood, moderate natural luster, and darkens to a warm amber patina with age and light exposure
Hardness (Janka)
380 lbf (Very Soft)
Durability & Decay Resistance
Slightly Durable, with low resistance to insect attack and decay when left untreated outdoors
Value & Sustainability
- Estimated Market Value
- $2.00 to $4.00 per board foot
- Wood Age Estimate
- Recently milled lumber, estimated less than 1 year old
- Sustainability Status
- Not CITES listed, IUCN Least Concern, widely available and sustainably harvested with FSC certification options
Common Uses
Interior trim, cabinetry, lightweight furniture, shelving, construction framing, and pattern making
Geographic Origin
Eastern North America
Workability
Exceptional workability with both hand and machine tools; cuts, planes, and sands easily, though soft fibers can occasionally cause fuzzy surfaces if tools are not sharp
Finish Recommendations
Takes stains, paints, shellac, and polyurethane exceptionally well; a pre-stain wood conditioner is recommended for uniform stain absorption due to differential density between earlywood and latewood
Notable Features
Lightweight, pleasant resinous scent, low dimensional stability compared to hardwoods, and contains natural knots characteristic of pine boards
