Most likely Eastern White Pine; alternatives include Red Pine or Pitch Pine.
Pinus strobus (alternatives: Pinus resinosa, Pinus rigida) · Softwood (conifer)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Softwood (conifer)
- Origin
- Eastern North America, from the Great Lakes and New England through the Appalachian region and southeastern Canada.
- Hardness
- 380 lbf Janka; Very Soft.
- Durability
- Slightly Durable; generally vulnerable to decay and insects when exposed outdoors, especially as sapwood.
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Grain Pattern
Typically straight, even grain with a fine-to-medium texture; this standing tree provides little evidence of sawing or figure.
Color & Appearance
Heartwood is pale pinkish-brown to honey-brown; sapwood is nearly white. It darkens and yellows moderately with age and light exposure.
Hardness (Janka)
380 lbf Janka; Very Soft.
Durability & Decay Resistance
Slightly Durable; generally vulnerable to decay and insects when exposed outdoors, especially as sapwood.
Value & Age
Approximately $2–$6 per board foot for ordinary clear/standard lumber; specialty clear stock may cost more.
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on grade, dimensions, condition, and local market demand.
- Wood Age Estimate
- Tree age cannot be reliably estimated from bark or photograph; the trunk appears mature, but ring counting from a cross-section is required.
Common Uses
Interior trim, furniture, cabinetry, patternmaking, paneling, boxes, carving, and construction lumber.
Geographic Origin
Eastern North America, from the Great Lakes and New England through the Appalachian region and southeastern Canada.
Workability
Very easy to cut, plane, sand, glue, and fasten, though its softness causes dents and compression; resin pockets can affect tools and finishing.
Finish Recommendations
Use sanding sealer or dewaxed shellac to reduce uneven absorption, then apply oil, lacquer, shellac, or water/oil-based polyurethane.
Notable Features
Lightweight, pleasantly resinous, low-density wood with long, slender needles in bundles of five—strongly supporting white pine identification.
