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Southern Yellow Pine
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Southern Yellow Pine Specification
Distribution: Southern United States.
Tree size: 115 feet tall, and 3 feet trunk diameter.
Density: 545 kg/m3
Colour / Appearance:-
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- Sapwood is pale yellow white and the heart is reddish brown.
- Slow growing it produced wood with very tight grow rings, It also grew large up enough to create a heart with distinct reddish brown hue, longleaf Pine was utilized in all manner of structural applications.
- The tight growth rings yielded a very strong and dense wood that makes a very beautiful floor, unfortunately, stocks all but ran out around the 1900’s and the Longleaf Pine is now considered a vulnerable species and is not commonly available.
Grain / Texture:-
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- The grain is generally straight with a fine to medium texture. There is a distinct difference between the early and later wood pores, giving this species a unique appearance somewhat similar to Douglas Fir.
Workability:-
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- Southern Yellow Pine works well with hand and power tools. Tooling should be kept sharp since the denser part of the growth rings can tear.
- The wood can be difficult to nail, but it will hold all fasteners well. If it is dried correctly it is stable and the resin will be set, minimizing bleeding.
Performance:-
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- This beautiful wood can only be purchased today as reclaimed material from buildings or from salvaged logs from river bottoms.
- Similarly, excessive sanding can scoop out the softer material of the growth rings leaving a scalloped surface.
- Given its density and high strength, Southern Yellow Pine is ultimate wood for general constructions, it is utilized in house construction, timber framing, bridges, and the like, it is also excellent choice for flooring. For furniture, this species is utilized.
- Most often it is used as a secondly wood, but its distinctive appearance is an invitation for all wood workers to begin using it in finer applications.
- It takes all finishes well.
Common Uses:-
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- Constructions
- Fencing
- Outdoor furniture
- Flooring
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