Douglas Fir
Pseudotsuga menziesii · Softwood
- Type
- Softwood
- Origin
- Pacific Northwest, Western North America
- Hardness
- 660 lbf (Soft)
- Durability
- Moderately Durable
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Grain Pattern
Straight to slightly wavy grain with prominent growth rings and some knot clusters
Color & Appearance
Light brown to reddish-brown heartwood with a lighter yellowish-sapwood, showing considerable weathering, oxidation, and graying due to age
Hardness (Janka)
660 lbf (Soft)
Durability & Decay Resistance
Moderately Durable
Value & Sustainability
- Estimated Market Value
- 3.00 to 7.00 USD per board foot for reclaimed architectural timber
- Wood Age Estimate
- Estimated 50 to 100+ years old based on deep weathering, oxidation, rustic checking, and patina
- Sustainability Status
- Not CITES listed, IUCN Least Concern, widely available through plantations and managed forests
Common Uses
Heavy construction, timber framing, structural beams, flooring, plywood, and reclaimed wood applications
Geographic Origin
Pacific Northwest, Western North America
Workability
Generally easy to work with hand and machine tools, though knots can present challenges and cause tearout; holds fasteners well
Finish Recommendations
Penetrating oils, water-based polyurethanes, or exterior stains; requires thorough cleaning and light sanding to remove weathered surface layer
Notable Features
High strength-to-weight ratio, distinct contrast between earlywood and latewood rings, characteristic soft pungent scent when freshly cut
