SPF (Spruce-Pine-Fir) / White Spruce
Picea glauca (often grouped with Pinus contorta and Abies balsamea) · Softwood
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Softwood
- Origin
- Northern North America, predominantly Canada and the Northern United States
- Hardness
- 480 lbf (Very Soft)
- Durability
- Non-durable to Slightly Durable; susceptible to rot, fungal decay, and insect attack if exposed to moisture
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Grain Pattern
Straight to slightly irregular near knots; flat-sawn with faint cathedral markings, closed and even texture
Color & Appearance
Pale creamy white to light yellowish-brown with subtle differentiation between earlywood and latewood; darkens slightly to a golden-yellow hue with light exposure
Hardness (Janka)
480 lbf (Very Soft)
Durability & Decay Resistance
Non-durable to Slightly Durable; susceptible to rot, fungal decay, and insect attack if exposed to moisture
Value & Age
$0.60 - $1.20 per board foot (or $3.50 - $7.00 per standard 2x4 stud depending on local commodity prices)
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on grade, dimensions, condition, and local market demand.
- Wood Age Estimate
- Modern lumber, less than 2-5 years old since harvest and milling; shows modern planed surfaces with little to no natural oxidation patina
Common Uses
Residential framing, dimensional structural studs, crates, pallets, utility woodworking, subflooring, general construction
Geographic Origin
Northern North America, predominantly Canada and the Northern United States
Workability
Very easy to work with hand and machine tools; cuts, planes, and nails easily; soft fibers can tear out or fuzz during coarse sanding; requires pre-drilling near edges to prevent splitting around knots
Finish Recommendations
Accepts paint and clear film-forming finishes easily; requires a pre-stain wood conditioner before staining to prevent blotchiness
Notable Features
Lightweight, low density, uniform pale color, presence of small sound and loose pin knots, mild resinous scent when cut
