Ponderosa Pine
Pinus ponderosa · Softwood
- Type
- Softwood
- Origin
- Western North America
- Hardness
- 460 lbf (Soft)
- Durability
- Moderately durable, with moderate resistance to decay and insects depending on heartwood content.
Got a wood sample like this?
Identify any wood from a photo, free.
Grain Pattern
Straight grain with flat-sawn appearance and visible knots typical of common utility lumber used in cabinetry backs and interiors.
Color & Appearance
Light yellowish-brown to reddish-brown heartwood with pale yellowish sapwood, showing darkening and patina from age and exposure inside a kitchen cabinet.
Hardness (Janka)
460 lbf (Soft)
Durability & Decay Resistance
Moderately durable, with moderate resistance to decay and insects depending on heartwood content.
Value & Sustainability
- Estimated Market Value
- Low, approximately $2.00 to $4.00 per board foot for utility grade softwood.
- Wood Age Estimate
- Estimated 30 to 50 years old based on typical residential kitchen cabinet construction and interior wear.
- Sustainability Status
- Not listed on CITES appendices, IUCN Least Concern, widely available and sustainably harvested in North America.
Common Uses
Cabinetry interiors, subflooring, construction framing, utility lumber, boxes, and crates.
Geographic Origin
Western North America
Workability
Very easy to work with both hand and machine tools, though knots can occasionally cause minor tearing or dulling. Takes glues and finishes very well.
Finish Recommendations
Accepts stains, paints, varnishes, and polyurethane very well. Pre-stain conditioner is recommended for uniform stain absorption.
Notable Features
Features characteristic tight knots, relatively soft texture, and a mild, pleasant resinous scent typical of pine species.
Notes
Kit sink cab interior
