SOUTHERN YELLOW PINE:
Pinus palustris, Pinus elliottii, Pinus echinata and Pinus taeda
WOOD DESCRIPTION:
- Southern pine lumber features excellent fastener-holding ability, providing framing components with strong connections. Its inherent strength contributes to long, clear spans that reduce the need for intermediate columns and load-bearing walls. Using today’s design technology, creative roof and ceiling styles are possible using southern pine.
- The wood has a distinctive color and grain, its sapwood ranging from white to yellowish and heartwood from yellow to reddish-brown. It combines looks, strength, and extreme ease of treatment with the highest nail-holding ability.
MAIN USES:
Most are used structurally, for floor and roof trusses, joists, rafters, and carcassing. Ease of treatment makes it particularly good for decking and outdoor use. Character and impact resistance make it suitable for flooring, paneling, and joinery.
