Medium due to the rough-sawn weathered texture hiding finer microscopic anatomical features, but typical of common utility framing softwood confidenceIdentify wood
Southern Yellow Pine (or closely related utility softwood)
Pinus spp. · Softwood
- Type
- Softwood
- Origin
- North America
- Hardness
- 690 lbf (Soft)
- Durability
- Moderately Durable
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Grain Pattern
Straight grain with rough-sawn surface marks and moderate growth rings visible, plain-sawn
Color & Appearance
Pale yellowish-brown to grayish due to weathering, with slight contrast between earlywood and latewood
Hardness (Janka)
690 lbf (Soft)
Durability & Decay Resistance
Moderately Durable
Value & Sustainability
- Estimated Market Value
- 2.00 to 4.00 USD per board foot
- Wood Age Estimate
- Relatively recent, showing mild surface weathering and exposure to moisture
- Sustainability Status
- Not listed on CITES, IUCN least concern, widely available as plantation-grown and sustainably managed timber
Common Uses
Construction, framing, crating, pallets, general utility work
Geographic Origin
North America
Workability
Easy to work with both hand and machine tools, though knots and resin can occasionally cause issues; takes nails and screws well
Finish Recommendations
Accepts paints, stains, and exterior finishes well, though surface must be planed or sanded smooth first
Notable Features
Contains resin canals, characteristic pine scent when freshly cut, good strength-to-weight ratio for utility framing
Identified August 23, 2026
