Medium based on color, texture, and typical appearance of construction lumber from the Pacific Northwest. confidenceIdentify wood
Douglas Fir
Pseudotsuga menziesii · Softwood
- Type
- Softwood
- Origin
- Western North America and Pacific Northwest
- Hardness
- 660 lbf (Soft)
- Durability
- Moderately Durable
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Grain Pattern
Straight grain with visible coarse sawmill surface marks and occasional growth ring textures.
Color & Appearance
Light yellowish-brown to reddish-brown with lighter sapwood, typical of construction-grade softwood.
Hardness (Janka)
660 lbf (Soft)
Durability & Decay Resistance
Moderately Durable
Value & Sustainability
- Estimated Market Value
- Moderate, roughly $2.00 to $4.00 per board foot depending on grade.
- Wood Age Estimate
- Relatively recent, likely milled within the last few years.
- Sustainability Status
- Not CITES listed, IUCN Least Concern, widely available and sustainably managed.
Common Uses
Construction framing, structural beams, plywood, flooring, and exterior decking.
Geographic Origin
Western North America and Pacific Northwest
Workability
Generally easy to work with hand and machine tools, though knots can be dense and cause minor dulling.
Finish Recommendations
Takes stains, paints, and polyurethanes well after proper sanding of the rough sawn texture.
Notable Features
High strength-to-weight ratio, distinctive contrast between earlywood and latewood.
Identified August 5, 2026
