Eastern White Pine
Pinus strobus · Softwood
- Type
- Softwood
- Origin
- Eastern North America
- Hardness
- 380 lbf (Very Soft)
- Durability
- Moderately Durable
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Grain Pattern
Straight grain with flat-sawn appearance and some small tight knots
Color & Appearance
Surface is weathered to a silvery-gray due to UV exposure, while the underlying or protected wood typically features a pale straw to light brown color with subtle contrast between earlywood and latewood.
Hardness (Janka)
380 lbf (Very Soft)
Durability & Decay Resistance
Moderately Durable
Value & Sustainability
- Estimated Market Value
- 2.00 to 4.00 USD per board foot
- Wood Age Estimate
- Estimated 10 to 30 years based on heavy surface weathering, oxidation, checking, and minor surface wear.
- Sustainability Status
- Not CITES listed, IUCN Least Concern, widely available and sustainably managed in plantations and natural forests.
Common Uses
Construction framing, general carpentry, boxes, crates, interior millwork, shelving, and outdoor casual furniture.
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 cutting edges are not sharp. Glues and holds fasteners well.
Finish Recommendations
Accepts a wide variety of finishes including paints, exterior stains, varnishes, and penetrating oils. Surface needs sanding to remove the weathered gray layer if a fresh wood look is desired.
Notable Features
Lightweight, stable when properly dried, pleasant resinous scent when fresh, low dimensional movement, and takes paints and stains uniformly.
