White Pine Timber
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White pine timber. Custom milled and superprime. White pine s straight trunks were often used in the manufacturing of ship masts in the 18th century. Eastern white pine is one of the most popular choices found in heavy timber frame construction all over the united states and beyond. It was 220 feet tall 9 feet across and branch free 80 of its height.
We are located in fresno ca come by or call 559 222 6201. Eastern white pine is one of the most commonly used timbers for construction in the us. For over 35 years its unparalleled versatility has made eastern white pine our most popular product. When planning a timber frame home or other building consumers are often asked to choose from a variety of wood species.
Offered in our proprietary perfectpack or in specified lengths. Its color varies from a light brown with a reddish hue to nearly white. Eastern north america also widely grown on plantations throughout its natural range tree size. 65 100 ft 20 30 m tall 2 4 ft 6 1 2 m trunk diameter historically older growth trees were much larger average dried weight.
Exterior siding and trim interior paneling and mouldings and more. 25 lbs ft 3 400 kg m 3 specific gravity basic 12 mc 34 40. In quebec canada an eastern white pine was sold for 47 000. Get in touch with us today.
Check out the current timber prices and trends for the southeast region using our easy to read tables and charts. Eastern white pine is an easily workable softwood with a straight and even grain. As the wood ages the color tends to grow darker. Eastern white pine 2 grade western red cedar 1 appearance grade and douglas fir 1 free of heart center fohc grade.
Eastern white pine scientific name. Want to get the most value from selling your timber. The species was imported in 1620 to england by captain george weymouth who planted it for a timber crop but had little success because of white pine blister rust disease. The king of england s habit of marking out and reserving all of the biggest and best trees for use in his navy lead to the pine tree riot of 1772.
Old growth pine in the americas of various pinus species was a highly desired wood since huge knot free boards were the rule rather than the exception. A tall large diameter branch free white pine can be worth more than some tropical hardwoods. Wondering what your timber is worth. Eastern white pine brings new possibility to home design.
Our beams are available in eastern white pine western red cedar and douglas fir.