Douglas Fir
Pseudotsuga menziesii · Softwood
- Type
- Softwood
- Origin
- Pacific Northwest and western regions of North America
- Hardness
- 660 lbf (Soft)
- Durability
- Moderately Durable
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Grain Pattern
Straight to slightly wavy grain with distinct flat-sawn cathedral patterns showing high contrast between earlywood and latewood rings
Color & Appearance
Light reddish-brown heartwood with yellowish-white sapwood, heavily weathered to a silvery-gray patina on the exposed surface
Hardness (Janka)
660 lbf (Soft)
Durability & Decay Resistance
Moderately Durable
Value & Sustainability
- Estimated Market Value
- 3.00 to 6.00 USD per board foot for standard grades
- Wood Age Estimate
- 30 to 50 years based on weathering, surface checks, and oxidation
- Sustainability Status
- Not CITES listed, IUCN Least Concern, widely available with sustainable forestry management and plantation harvesting
Common Uses
Construction framing, plywood, heavy timber construction, flooring, doors, and general millwork
Geographic Origin
Pacific Northwest and western regions of North America
Workability
Generally easy to work with both hand and machine tools, though the stark contrast in density between earlywood and latewood can sometimes cause splintering or uneven planing if blades are not sharp
Finish Recommendations
Takes stains, varnishes, and paints well, though exterior applications require UV-resistant finishes to prevent graying
Notable Features
High strength-to-weight ratio, pronounced growth ring contrast, resin canals present
